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Abril Escalante

San Diego,CA

Summary

Courteous candidate with evidence of experience providing quality patient care and administrative services. Proven track record of success in streamlining operations, developing protocols and improving patient outcomes. Expertly assist with office operations and physician support by gathering patient information. Cheerful during each patient interaction to improve satisfaction ratings and patient retention. Versatile clinical research professional knowledgeable about coordinating patient information, laboratory samples and compliance documents for diverse clinical trials.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Screener

UC San Diego Health
San Diego , CA
07.2022 - Current
  • Community health worker at Asylum Seeker Medical Screening and Stabilization Program.
  • Took and recorded patients' vital signs, documenting in medical charts.
  • Collaborated with medical staff to provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing medical screenings.
  • Assisted in training new team members on proper COVID-19 screening techniques, contributing to consistent high-quality service delivery.
  • Documented all COVID-19 screenings, results and follow-up action on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Provided assistance with distribution of face masks and other equipment to equip individuals with protective gear.

Primary Care Physician

AOL MFG, S. DE R.L DE C.V
Mexicali, BCN
04.2022 - 07.2022
  • Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardized tests to check responses.
  • Improved overall patient health outcomes through preventative care measures and education on healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Diagnosed and treated wide range of acute and chronic conditions, applying evidence-based medical practices to optimize results.
  • Determined medication and dosage schedule given patient's vitals, condition and allergies.
  • Researched industry innovations and emerging treatments to improve care delivery.

Clinical Nutrition Research Assistant

Universidad Autónoma De Baja California
06.2021 - 07.2022
  • Proficiency in various laboratory techniques for analyzing food composition, such as chromatography, spectrophotometry, titration, and microscopy.
  • Familiarity with food regulations and standards set by governmental agencies (e.g., FDA, USDA) and international organizations (e.g., Codex Alimentarius).
  • Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
  • Recorded experimental findings in laboratory notebook to analyze and interpret experimental findings.
  • Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
  • Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
  • Familiarity with food processing techniques, such as milling, extrusion, fermentation, and pasteurization, and their effects on food properties.
  • Ability to design and execute experiments to investigate the effects of food components on health outcomes or to assess food quality parameters.


Surgery Assistant

Clínica Del Rosario
04.2020 - 12.2020
  • Reduced risk of infection through rigorous sterilization protocols for all surgical tools and equipment.
  • Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
  • Demonstrated commitment to patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive information.
  • Maintained records to document patient medical history and surgical procedure notes.
  • Upheld high standards of cleanliness in operating room by consistently following established protocols for sanitization and waste disposal.
  • Supported surgeon training by setting up simulations, assisting with instruction, and offering valuable feedback on techniques.
  • Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
  • Provided compassionate post-operative care, monitoring vital signs and addressing patient concerns to promote recovery.
  • Increased efficiency in the operating room by maintaining inventory levels and ensuring timely replenishment of supplies.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of surgeries by diligently recording all relevant information in patient records.
  • Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
  • Provided wound care post-operatively to promote healing and reduce risk of infections.

Undergraduate Intern

IMSS Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Ensured accuracy of patient records by diligently updating their information after every consultation or procedure.
  • Aided in communication and authorizations with patient and caregivers.
  • Contributed meaningfully to department meetings by sharing insights from personal experiences with specific cases or clinical rotations.
  • Provided emergency care in high-pressure situations, demonstrating ability to remain calm and focused under challenging circumstances.
  • Coordinated and integrated health care resources for community-based programs.
  • Shadowed emergency medical services team in emergency room setting and during field response.
  • Evaluated previously prescribed interventions for successes or failures and adjusted strategies.
  • Provided compassionate care during challenging situations, offering emotional support to patients and families facing difficult diagnoses or treatments.
  • Prescribed medications and therapies to improve patients' health and well-being.
  • Delivered expert consultation and referrals for appropriate and effective treatment plans.
  • Evaluated patient progress throughout treatment plans, adjusting strategies when necessary to ensure optimal health outcomes.
  • Collected and transported laboratory specimens used in diagnostics and ongoing patient monitoring.
  • Exhibited strong leadership skills while supervising junior interns, fostering teamwork and promoting professional growth among peers.
  • Shadowed experienced professionals to gain firsthand insight into specialized medical procedures and protocols.
  • Interviewed patients and added key details to medical histories.
  • Performed minor surgical procedures under direct supervision of attending physicians, honing technical skills necessary for future practice success.

Genetics Research Study Assistant

Centro Médico Nacional Siglo XXI
06.2018 - 07.2018
  • Genomic study follow-up in Mexican children with multiple malformations at Medical Research Unit in Human Genetics.
  • Understanding of genetic mapping techniques such as linkage analysis, association studies, and genome-wide association studies (GWAS).
  • Proficiency in molecular biology techniques such as PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction), DNA sequencing, cloning, gene editing (e.g., CRISPR-Cas9), and genetic manipulation of model organisms.
  • Knowledge of techniques for gene expression analysis, including RT-PCR, microarrays, and RNA sequencing (RNA-seq).
  • Awareness of epigenetic mechanisms such as DNA methylation, histone modification, and non-coding RNA regulation.
  • Familiarity with techniques to study gene function, such as gene knockout, RNA interference (RNAi), and functional screens.
  • Collected and input timesheet data into automated accounting system and processed labor corrections.
  • Facilitated smooth project execution by managing deadlines, resources allocation, and progress updates.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, including geneticists, bioinformaticians, statisticians, and clinicians.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Medicine

Universidad Autónoma De Baja California
Mexicali, Baja California, México.
12.2022

Skills

  • Medical History Documentation
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
  • Specimen analysis
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Diagnostic Skills
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Results Analysis
  • Surgical Instrument Knowledge
  • CPR/AED
  • Hospital Pre-Screenings
  • Data science research methods

Hobbies

Scuba Diver Open Water

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Medical Screener

UC San Diego Health
07.2022 - Current

Primary Care Physician

AOL MFG, S. DE R.L DE C.V
04.2022 - 07.2022

Clinical Nutrition Research Assistant

Universidad Autónoma De Baja California
06.2021 - 07.2022

Surgery Assistant

Clínica Del Rosario
04.2020 - 12.2020

Undergraduate Intern

IMSS Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2020

Genetics Research Study Assistant

Centro Médico Nacional Siglo XXI
06.2018 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Science - Medicine

Universidad Autónoma De Baja California

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