Brigette Garcia
Albuquerque
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist with strong patient care experience in diverse healthcare settings. Skilled in building trust, easing patient concerns, and providing high-quality support during exams, procedures, and blood draws. Recognized for excellent people skills, reliability, and dedication to delivering respectful and empathetic care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Specialist / Medical Assistant
WEA Health
Albuquerque, USA
10.2024 - Current
- Provide health services and support for APS (Albuquerque Public Schools) students.
- Assist children who lack medical access by coordinating doctor visits and healthcare resources.
- Educate students and families on nutrition, healthy habits, and preventive care.
- Organize and facilitate vaccination programs for underserved students.
- Advocate for student wellness by bridging gaps between families and healthcare services.
- Performed venipuncture and capillary draws for patients of all ages.
- Processed specimens by centrifuging, labeling, and preparing blood samples for transport.
- Ensured proper specimen handling, storage, and documentation according to CLIA and OSHA guidelines.
Medical Assistant
Lovelace Urology
Albuquerque, USA
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Roomed patients and recorded medical history, medications, allergies, and chief complaints.
- Collected and prepared urine specimens for analysis, including urinalysis and culture.
- Assisted providers with urology-specific procedures such as catheter insertions/removals, bladder scans, and cystoscopy preparation.
- Performed vital signs, documented intake/output, and monitored post-procedure patients.
- Educated patients on catheter care, post-procedure instructions, and medication usage.
- Scheduled diagnostic imaging (ultrasound, CT, MRI) and coordinated lab orders.
- Maintained sterile technique and prepared instruments and exam rooms for procedures.
- Managed EHR documentation, ensured HIPAA compliance, and supported patient follow-up care.
Scheduling Coordinator/Certified Medical Assistant
Arkos Health
Remote (Albuquerque), USA
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed patient scheduling for healthcare and behavioral health services.
- Maintained scheduling accuracy and efficiency remotely.
- Went to patients houses and took blood and helped with diabetic Measures
- Took vitals for patients and documented charts
Medical Assistant/Lab Assistant
Woman's Specialist
Albuquerque, NM
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted in patient intake, ensuring accurate documentation and efficient flow of appointments.
- Collaborated with physicians to prepare examination rooms and maintain medical supplies inventory.
- Performed routine clinical tasks, including administering injections and conducting EKGs, ensuring high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication management, enhancing understanding and compliance
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Helped With surgical Procedures
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
Albuquerque, USA
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Traveled to multiple sites, including long-term care facilities and behavioral health centers, to perform blood draws.
- Completed 30–60 venipunctures daily while maintaining accuracy, patient comfort, and specimen integrity.
- Processed and prepared specimens for transport, including centrifuging, labeling, and packaging.
- Responded to on-call assignments, adapting quickly to high patient volumes and urgent needs.
- Gained strong ability to work under pressure while ensuring quality care in fast-paced environments.
- Collaborated with nursing and medical staff to support patient care and ensure timely lab processing.
Phlebotomist
Southwest Labs
Albuquerque, USA
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Conducted lab testing including behavioral health-related screenings.
- Educated patients on health monitoring and disease prevention.
Medical Assistant
Midtown Family Medicine
Albuquerque, USA
01.2019 - 09.2020
- Performed venipuncture, capillary sticks, and specimen collection for patients of all ages.
- Processed laboratory samples by centrifuging, labeling, and packaging blood and urine specimens for transport.
- Recorded vitals, medical history, and patient concerns in the EHR.
- Assisted providers with exams, procedures, and patient care across multiple specialties.
- Educated patients on medication use, procedure prep, and post-care instructions.
- Maintained sterile technique and ensured exam rooms were stocked and ready.
- Supported front-office duties including scheduling, referrals, and patient follow-up.
Medical Assistant
Presbyterian primary care
Albuquerque, New Mexico
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted physicians with exams and patient preparation.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures in urology clinic.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordinated appointment logistics for efficient operations.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured all medical equipment was sanitized and ready.
- Collected patient medical histories and recorded vital signs accurately during visits.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
Patient Coordinator/ Medical Assistant
Memorial Medical Cancer Center
Las Cruces, USA
09.2017 - 04.2019
- Managed patient care plans, coordinated behavioral health services, and worked remotely.
- Performed venipuncture and capillary draws for patients of all ages.
- Processed specimens by centrifuging, labeling, and preparing blood samples for transport.
- Ensured proper specimen handling, storage, and documentation according to CLIA and OSHA guidelines.
- Roomed patients and documented chief complaints, medical history, and current medications.
- Assisted providers with orthopedic procedures such as joint injections, cast applications, splinting, and suture removal.
- Performed vital signs, height/weight measurements, and pain assessments.
- Prepared exam rooms, sterilized instruments, and ensured proper setup for procedures.
- Educated patients on post-procedure care, mobility instructions, and use of durable medical equipment (DME) such as crutches, braces, and slings.
- Scheduled diagnostic imaging (X-rays, MRI, CT scans) and followed up on results.
- Maintained accurate patient records in the EHR and ensured compliance with HIPAA.
- Supported providers in managing both surgical and non-surgical orthopedic care plans.
Lead Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Mimbres Internal Medicine
Deming, USA
02.2015 - 08.2017
- Performed venipuncture, capillary sticks, and specimen collection for patients of all ages.
- Processed laboratory samples by centrifuging, labeling, and packaging blood and urine specimens for transport lab supervisor.
- Recorded vitals, medical history, and patient concerns in the EHR.
- Assisted providers with exams, procedures, and patient care across multiple specialties.
- Educated patients on medication use, procedure prep, and post-care instructions.
- Maintained sterile technique and ensured exam rooms were stocked and ready.
- Supported front-office duties including scheduling, referrals, and patient follow-up.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and CLIA regulations.
Medical Assistant
Southwest Bone and Joint
Deming, USA
04.2012 - 01.2015
- Roomed patients and documented chief complaints, medical history, and current medications.
- Assisted providers with orthopedic procedures such as joint injections, cast applications, splinting, and suture removal.
- Performed vital signs, height/weight measurements, and pain assessments.
- Prepared exam rooms, sterilized instruments, and ensured proper setup for procedures.
- Educated patients on post-procedure care, mobility instructions, and use of durable medical equipment (DME) such as crutches, braces, and slings.
- Scheduled diagnostic imaging (X-rays, MRI, CT scans) and followed up on results.
- Maintained accurate patient records in the EHR and ensured compliance with HIPAA.
- Supported providers in managing both surgical and non-surgical orthopedic care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
GCU
01-2027
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Vista Community College
Las Cruces, NM5 2012
High School Diploma -
Deming High School
Deming, NM5 2010
No Degree - Harm Reduction
DOH
Albuquerque, NM03-2025
Skills
- Medical Assisting & Patient Care
- Behavioral Health Support
- Harm Reduction Strategies
- Healthy Eating & Nutrition Education
- Phlebotomy & Laboratory Skills
- EMR Systems & Documentation
- Scheduling & Patient Coordination
- Customer Service Excellence
- Strong Written & Verbal Communication
- Community Health worker
Certification
- BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification
- CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) Certification
Personal Information
Education
other
Timeline
Health Specialist / Medical Assistant
WEA Health
10.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Lovelace Urology
04.2024 - 08.2024
Scheduling Coordinator/Certified Medical Assistant
Arkos Health
10.2023 - 03.2024
Medical Assistant/Lab Assistant
Woman's Specialist
01.2022 - 08.2022
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
11.2021 - 01.2022
Phlebotomist
Southwest Labs
11.2020 - 11.2021
Medical Assistant
Presbyterian primary care
09.2019 - 12.2019
Medical Assistant
Midtown Family Medicine
01.2019 - 09.2020
Patient Coordinator/ Medical Assistant
Memorial Medical Cancer Center
09.2017 - 04.2019
Lead Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Mimbres Internal Medicine
02.2015 - 08.2017
Medical Assistant
Southwest Bone and Joint
04.2012 - 01.2015
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Vista Community College
High School Diploma -
Deming High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
GCU
No Degree - Harm Reduction
DOH