ANDREA ORDONEZ
Cedar Hill,TX
Summary
NHA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant and University of Texas at Austin graduate with a B.S.A. in Cell and Molecular Biology and a minor in Kinesiology. Brings international clinical volunteer experience, hands-on vital-sign training, laboratory instruction, and bilingual English-Spanish communication. Committed to patient advocacy, community wellness, accurate support, and compassionate teamwork.
Overview
2
2
Languages
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Mentor - Freshman Research Initiative
University of Texas at Austin
08.2023 - 05.2026
- Supported incoming students in the Bioprospecting Research Laboratory and instructed groups and individuals in new laboratory skills.
- Promoted open dialogue across backgrounds and disciplines while providing personalized guidance.
HSRA Mentor
University Of Texas At Austin
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Provide constructive project feedback that helps mentees refine their skills and improve outcomes.
- Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and administrators to connect mentees with resources and support.
Biology Scholars Program Mentor
University of Texas at Austin
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Helped incoming students adjust to university life and explore future health-profession careers.
- Supported mentor recruitment, interviews, group learning, and peer-to-peer support for students with varied needs.
Education
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant -
National Healthcareer Association
08-2026
CCMA Course -
Clinical Skills Institute
08-2026
B.S.A. - Cell and Molecular Biology, Kinesiology
University of Texas at Austin
05-2026
High School Diploma -
School of Health Professions
Dallas, TX05-2022
Skills
- Vital Signs
- Patient Support
- Clinical Observation
- Patient Advocacy
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Laboratory Skills
- Team Collaboration
Clinical Experience
Global medical Training
Clinical Volunteer
5/2024 - 6/2024
- Participated in an international clinical experience in the Dominican Republic supporting patient treatment.
- Developed awareness of local health concerns and appropriate care and treatment planning.
- Learned to obtain and provide vital signs for patients from varied backgrounds.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- 2022 Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholar
- University of Texas at Austin STEM Girl Day - Austin, TX
- Girls Start STEM Extravaganza - Austin, TX
Timeline
HSRA Mentor
University Of Texas At Austin
06.2024 - 07.2025
Research Mentor - Freshman Research Initiative
University of Texas at Austin
08.2023 - 05.2026
Biology Scholars Program Mentor
University of Texas at Austin
08.2023 - 05.2024
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant -
National Healthcareer Association
CCMA Course -
Clinical Skills Institute
B.S.A. - Cell and Molecular Biology, Kinesiology
University of Texas at Austin
High School Diploma -
School of Health Professions