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Blanca Lara-Gomez

Blanca Lara-Gomez

Fremont,CA

Summary

Courteous professional with substantial experience in medical industry. Skilled at monitoring client vitals, conducting light housekeeping and providing personal care. Communicative and responsive individual. Knowledgeable laboratory professional skilled in all facets of medical laboratory testing. Familiar with TJC, OSHA and FDA guidelines. Quality-driven team player with accuracy-focused and efficient approach, offering 6 years of industry expertise.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver/Medical Technologist

Aegis Living
09.2020 - 10.2022
  • Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
  • Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.
  • Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
  • Input medical tests and clinical results data into computer using relias system for storage and retrieval.
  • Completed specimen collection and analysis while complying with OSHA, Universal Precautions, and quality assurance policies.
  • Collected and reviewed patient medical histories to accurately interpret test results.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
  • Followed safety protocols and precautions for safe and hazard-free work environment.
  • Prepared reports to document laboratory results and findings.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Administered medications following prescribed instructions to alleviate symptoms and discomfort, monitoring client reactions.
  • Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans to cater to client needs and better assist.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.

Housekeeper

Excellence Services LLC
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
  • Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
  • Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
  • Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
  • Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
  • Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
  • Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
  • Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
  • Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
  • Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues for personal touch with every job.
  • Operated electronic backpack vacuums and floor sweepers.
  • Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
  • Swept high ceilings, tight spaces and around furniture to remove built up dust and cobwebs.
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen and eating areas by washing dishes, removing trash and wiping down counters and surfaces.
  • Oversaw laundry operations by sorting clothing by color, loading and unloading washing machines and dryers and folding laundry in neat piles.
  • Operated steam cleaner to refresh and disinfect fibers of carpet.
  • Swept, mopped and polished floors to remove dirt and grime and restore floor's protective layer.
  • Polished and dusted furniture, antiques and high-priced valuables to preserve pieces.

Export Clerk

Driscoll's
04.2016 - 10.2020
  • Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints, establishing trust and increase satisfaction.
  • Coordinated shipments, determining timely transport of goods from point of origin to final destination.
  • Stayed on top of shipment locations and current status to update offices and customers.
  • Provided tracking information to enable clients to monitor progress of shipments.
  • Readied bills of lading, packing lists, dock receipts and certificates of origin for each shipment.
  • Arranged delivery or storage of goods at destinations.
  • Maintained open communication with global locations to facilitate smooth collaboration.
  • Calculated weight, volume or cost of goods to be moved.
  • Facilitated required documentation to manage customs clearance.
  • Used tracking spreadsheets to monitor information about customers, shipments and business activities.
  • Developed and deepened successful partnerships with representatives of diverse shipping companies.

Education

No Degree - Sterile Processing Technology

U.S Career Institue
Fremont, CA
06.2023

High School Diploma -

Pacific Coast Charter
Watsonville, CA
06.2005

Skills

  • Medical Writing
  • Corrective Actions
  • Policy Compliance
  • Sanitize Instruments
  • Digital Recordkeeping
  • Inventory Restocking
  • Sterilization Techniques
  • Universal Precautions
  • Regulatory Standards
  • Liquid Nitrogen Storage
  • Specimen Collection
  • Patient Medical Histories
  • Biological Terminology
  • Cleaning and Disinfection

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 5 staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Collaborated with team of 3 in the development of successful patient care.

Certification

  • SPT - Sterile Processing Technician
  • Certified SPT, U.S Career Institue 2023
  • PCA - Personal Care Aide

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Housekeeper

Excellence Services LLC
10.2022 - 04.2023

Caregiver/Medical Technologist

Aegis Living
09.2020 - 10.2022

Export Clerk

Driscoll's
04.2016 - 10.2020

No Degree - Sterile Processing Technology

U.S Career Institue

High School Diploma -

Pacific Coast Charter

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