Amanda Gonzales
Elma,WA
Summary
Professional with strong background in healthcare, ready to excel in this role. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Skilled in patient care, medical diagnostics, and clinical procedures. Reliable and flexible, consistently meeting changing needs with focus on impactful outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mckinney Vento/Foster Coordinator
Shelton School District
05.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with other agencies to provide a wide range of services for homeless youth and foster children.
- Provided crisis intervention support to students, working closely with mental health professionals when necessary.
- Managed a diverse caseload effectively by prioritizing tasks based on urgency levels and regularly communicating with team members.
- Built strong relationships with community partners to expand available resources for foster and McKinney-Vento students.
- Completed regular visitations to check on children, families and home environments.
- Educated 300 families in program resources.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Wrote and maintained grants for Shelton School District through OSPI, Building Changes, and DSHS.
Girls Junior Varsity Basketball Coach
Mary M. Knight School
10.2020 - Current
- Organized community outreach events involving the girls'' junior varsity basketball team, building positive relationships with local organizations.
- Assisted in organizing and managing practice sessions to ensure optimal player development for up to 10 players.
- Managed injuries effectively by coordinating with athletic director to provide appropriate care for injured players while minimizing time missed from play.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain current knowledge of coaching techniques and best practices.
- Established clear expectations for player behavior both on and off the court, upholding high standards of conduct within the program.
McKinney Vento and Foster Coordinator
Aberdeen School District
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between community agencies and school district.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of OSPI guidelines, sharing insights with colleagues to drive continuous improvement efforts.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents for up to 350 students.
- Advocated for the best interests of each child during placement changes.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
Medical Assistant/Scribe
Dermatology and Allergy Associates of Olympia
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies for up to 40 patients per day.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer any questions.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
- Increased overall productivity of clinical staff by providing real-time scribing support during high-volume shifts, enabling better focus on direct patient care.
Certified Medical Assistant/Assistant Manager
Baptist Health System-Baptist Medical Center
10.2014 - 06.2018
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Assisted physicians during examinations, providing support for various procedures to ensure accuracy and safety.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Coordinated with ancillary departments such as radiology and laboratory services for efficient surgical planning.
- Expertly managed planning, scheduling, and coordination of outpatient procedures.
- Coordinated with facilities to set up surgeries for 5 General Surgeons at 2 separate hospitals.
- Attended regular meetings with hospital administrators to discuss clinic operations and policies.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies, increasing patient awareness and attracting new clients to the clinic.
Education
South Puget Sound CC
Olympia, WA05.2025
BA - Integrated Social Science Major
University of Washington
Seattle, WA01.2018
Medical Assistant Diploma - ABHES National Accreditation
Everest College
Tacoma, WA01.2014
High School Diploma -
Mary M. Knight
Elma, WA06.2009
Skills
- Clinical and administrative support
- Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Data collection and analysis
- Youth program coordination
- Active community board member
- Social work and partnership development
- Multitasking and organization
- Decision-making
- Discretion and confidentiality
Accomplishments
- High School Valedictorian
- Dean's List
- School Board Member
- Supervised team of 5 staff members
- Achieved patient increase through marketing tasks and televised exposure on SA live
Certification
- Medical Billing Software Certification Everest College 2014
- HIPAA Certification BHS 2018
- OSHA Certification BHS 2018
- AIDS Certification BHS 2018
- CPR and First Aid Certification American Red Cross 2024
- Certified Medical Assistant NHA 2025
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mckinney Vento/Foster Coordinator
Shelton School District
05.2021 - Current
Girls Junior Varsity Basketball Coach
Mary M. Knight School
10.2020 - Current
McKinney Vento and Foster Coordinator
Aberdeen School District
10.2019 - 05.2021
Medical Assistant/Scribe
Dermatology and Allergy Associates of Olympia
01.2019 - 06.2019
Certified Medical Assistant/Assistant Manager
Baptist Health System-Baptist Medical Center
10.2014 - 06.2018
BA - Integrated Social Science Major
University of Washington
Medical Assistant Diploma - ABHES National Accreditation
Everest College
South Puget Sound CC
High School Diploma -
Mary M. Knight
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