Ashley Garcia Parra
New York,NY
Summary
Clinical Medical Assistant student expected to graduate by May 2025 with 2+ years of professional experience in data analysis, research, and writing. Experienced in assisting with physical, pediatric, and eye exams; and taking medical histories, vital signs, and EKGs. Instrumental in maintaining medical records, managing medical billing and insurance authorizations, scheduling patient appointments and procedures, and conducting medical office finances. Possess thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, infection control, nutrition, medical ethics, cardiology, disease states, and minor in-office surgery procedures.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Teachers College, Columbia University
06.2023 - Current
- Conducted data analysis for mixed-methods research projects.
- Contributed to academic presentations on board member selection.
- Managed data entry and processing for quantitative studies.
- Analyzed language use, identified differences across methodologies.
- Provided insights on language implications for diverse populations.
- Synthesized research findings into comprehensive reports.
- Collaborated with team members to refine research questions.
Research Assistant
George Mason University
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Analyzed data for diversity and inclusion academic presentation.
- Assisted in the development of research methodologies.
- Managed data collection and validation processes.
- Prepared detailed reports on research findings.
Self Checkout Cashier
Bj's Wholesale Club
10.2022 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service by answering questions and resolving issues
promptly.
- Greeted customers and provided assistance with self-checkout machines.
- Resolved customer complaints in an efficient and professional manner.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner following established procedure
guidelines. - • Assisted colleagues in completing tasks efficiently during busy periods.
Cashier
Auntie Anne's
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Preserved appearance of store by arranging and replenishing displays and merchandise racks.
- Prepared beverages such as coffee, tea, soda.
- Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
Education
Clinical Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Stepful
Online Training06-2025
Bachelors Degree - undefined
Hunter College, City University of New York
New York, NY05.2025
Skills
- Phlebotomy
- Venipuncture
- Capillary Blood Collection
- Specimen Preparation
- Infection Control
- Ultrasounds
- Injections
- Fluid Aspiration
- Cannulation
- Catheterization
- Patient Care
- EMR
- Communication
- Customer Service
Core Competencies
Venipuncture, Capillary Blood Collection, Specimen Preparation, Infection Control, Ultrasounds, Injections, Fluid Aspiration, Cannulation, Catheterization, Patient Care, EMR, Communication, Customer Service, Building Rapport, Problem Solving, Aspiring empathetic leader, Culturally self-aware, Team-oriented sports enthusiast
Education Certifications
- Clinical Medical Assistant, Stepful, National HealthCareer Association, 2025-01-01
- Bachelors Degree (in progress), Hunter College, City University of New York, New York, NY, 2023-01-01
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Research Assistant
Teachers College, Columbia University
06.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
George Mason University
06.2023 - 01.2025
Self Checkout Cashier
Bj's Wholesale Club
10.2022 - Current
Cashier
Auntie Anne's
10.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelors Degree - undefined
Hunter College, City University of New York
Clinical Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Stepful
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