Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Leadership
Accomplishments
Research
Certification
International Experience
Professional Development
Affiliations
Shadowing Experience
Timeline
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AMANDA ROSALES

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Cedars-Sinai Medical Group
03.2024 - Current
  • Flexibility in assisting different specialties: General and Plastic Surgery, Orthopedics, Vision and Podiatry.
  • Assisting providers during procedures, preparing instrument trays, consent forms, and retrieving medication.
  • Obtaining client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Built strong relationships with patients and providers through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic's commitment to high quality care.

Cancer Research Institute Receptionist

Saint John's Providence
07.2022 - 03.2024
  • Maintained welcoming environment for healthcare administration, providers and patients.
  • Kept an organized visitor sign-in logs, meeting room bookings and directed or escorted sponsors to meetings or appointments.
  • Contributed to the Caregiver Committee and helped create events for staff to de-stress and give back to our community
  • Helped administration and health care providers complete tasks when needed

Instructional Assistant- Child Development

Culver City Unified School District
01.2019 - 07.2022
  • Assisted the teacher in preparing lesson outlines, plans, and curricula in assigned areas
  • Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
  • Assist students with academic and/or physical needs in order for students to access the educational environment

Behavior Technician

Autism Learning Partners
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Assisting Board Certified Behavior Analyst as directed with behavior reduction assessments and skill acquisition plans
  • Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
  • Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
  • Adapted therapy materials as needed to meet the unique needs of each individual client, ensuring optimal engagement during sessions.
  • Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.

Disney Store Cast Member and Ambassador

Disney Store
01.2012 - 01.2020
  • Supporting the Disney Store's Mission of 'Creating Magical Moments for Guests of all Ages,' by providing exceptional customer service
  • Performing scripted, non-scripted events for guests, catering to guests' shopping needs, performing at the cash wrap, visual standards, and housekeeping
  • Represented organization with professionalism and integrity at high-profile events.
  • Improved guest engagement with interactive activities and performances.

COVID-19 VACCINE CLINIC

Venice Family Clinic
01.2021 - Current
  • Screen clients for symptoms of COVID-19, check for client eligibility/appointments, and assist clients in completing check-in paperwork
  • Maintain waiting areas sanitized, answer any questions about the process, and assist clinical staff as needed

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT VOLUNTEER

Cedars-Sinai Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Provided support to hospital patients coming into the emergency room, checking in with the hospital, escorting patients if necessary, and helping visitors check in to see patients in the hospital
  • Helped medical staff with patient-related needs

FAMILY RELATIONS DIRECTOR / PUBLICITY AND PROMOTIONS CHAIR

Children's Hospital Los Angeles
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Work with CHLA and Children's Miracle Network to secure relationships with Miracle Children/Miracle Families, maintaining a strong rapport with families
  • Collect patient/hospital information and stories to increase awareness and help the Marketing/PR Director

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

CSUN; Department of Child and Adolescent Development
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Conduct various research studies looking at the factors that influence children's vocabulary development
  • Performed a wide variety of different tasks, including those related to lab management, subject recruitment, data collection, and data analysis

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Child And Adolescent Development, Applied Developmental Sciences

California State University, Northridge
05-2016

Skills

    Adaptable and Supportive Team Player
    Compassionate Communication
    Cultural Competency

    Fluent in Spanish
    Interpersonal Skills
    Leadership
    Problem-Solving
    Professionalism and Ethics

Leadership

Vice President of Programming 

Phi Delta Epsilon – CA Theta Chapter

California State University, Northridge

December 2013 – December 2014

  • Served as second-in-command on the Executive Board, overseeing five committee chairs (Professional, Service, Graduate, Community Lecture, and Social).
  • Planned and executed networking, professional development, and philanthropic events to support members in their journey toward becoming ethical and well-rounded physicians.
  • Organized fundraisers and service projects benefiting Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, fostering community engagement and leadership.


Service Committee Chair 

Phi Delta Epsilon – CA Theta Chapter

California State University, Northridge

December 2013 – December 2014

  • Led the Service Committee in developing and executing volunteer initiatives that supported the fraternity’s philanthropy.
  • Collaborated with the Vice President of Programming to coordinate community outreach events, strengthening relationships with local organizations and hospitals.
  • Updated the fraternity during meetings about detail and summary of events.


Accomplishments

Exceptional Achievement Award The Faculty of the Department of Child and Adolescent Development at California State University, Northridge · May 2016


The President's Volunteer Service Award The President of the United States-Barack Obama · April 2016


Most Spirited Phi Delta Epsilon Theta CA Members · December 2015


Disney Store Ambassador The Walt Disney Company · July 2015


Outstanding Officer Award Clubs & Organizations Awards Ceremony at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) · April 2015


The Disney Store Most Creative The Walt Disney Company January 2015


The Disney Store Most Spirited The Walt Disney Company January 2015

Research

Research Assistant

Department of Child and Adolescent Development, Language Development Lab

California State University, Northridge

2014-2015

Certification

Adult/Pediatric First Aid, CPR, AED, American Heart Association


Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS),

American Heart Association


Certified Clinical Medical

Assistant (CCMA), National Healthcareer Association (NHA)


COVID-19 Contact Tracing, John Hopkins University

International Experience

Orphanage Mission Trip

Church Power of God- Ensenada, Mexico 2014, 2015


Mexico Health Clinic

Flying Samaritans- El Hongo, Mexico 2025

Professional Development

University of Southern California Pre-PA Conference 2024, 2025


Phi Delta Epsilon Medical Fraternity Conference 2013


Affiliations

University of Southern California Pre-PA Pathways Program 2024


Graduate Affiliation of Pre-Physician Associates (GAPPA) 2025

Shadowing Experience

Orthopedics Physician Assistants 

SCOSI-Southern California Orthopedic Sports Institute in City of Industry, CA


Orthopedics Physician Assistant

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Beverly Hills, CA 


Plastic Surgery Physician Assistant 

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Beverly Hills, CA 


Surgical Oncology Melanoma and Cutaneous Skin Cancers Physician and Physician Assistant 

St. John's Health Center in Santa Monica, CA 

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Cedars-Sinai Medical Group
03.2024 - Current

Cancer Research Institute Receptionist

Saint John's Providence
07.2022 - 03.2024

COVID-19 VACCINE CLINIC

Venice Family Clinic
01.2021 - Current

Instructional Assistant- Child Development

Culver City Unified School District
01.2019 - 07.2022

Behavior Technician

Autism Learning Partners
01.2017 - 01.2018

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT VOLUNTEER

Cedars-Sinai Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2017

FAMILY RELATIONS DIRECTOR / PUBLICITY AND PROMOTIONS CHAIR

Children's Hospital Los Angeles
01.2015 - 01.2017

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

CSUN; Department of Child and Adolescent Development
01.2014 - 01.2015

Disney Store Cast Member and Ambassador

Disney Store
01.2012 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Child And Adolescent Development, Applied Developmental Sciences

California State University, Northridge
AMANDA ROSALES