Brisa Alvarado-Padilla
Tulare,CA
Summary
Upbeat and compassionate, bringing deep understanding of community health principles and effective communication techniques. Knowledgeable about healthcare system and skilled in outreach and health education. Committed to making meaningful impact on community well-being. Punctual and compassionate, always ensuring patient comfort and care. Well-versed in medical terminology and procedures, proficient in administering medications and recording vital signs. Committed to improving patient outcomes through efficient support and attention to detail.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Health Worker
Aria Community Health Center
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Connected families with necessary social services, alleviating barriers to healthcare access and improving quality of life.
- Built trust within diverse communities through cultural competency training, empathetic communication skills, and active listening techniques.
- Addressed patient concerns and provided support to vulnerable demographics.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in community health work, ensuring the delivery of quality services to clients.
- Worked directly with patient treatment teams and participated in care coordination procedures.
Certified Medical Assistant
Aria Community Health Center
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly upon arrival, checking them in efficiently, and answering any questions they had about their visit or overall healthcare needs.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
Restaurant Hostess
Black Bear Diner
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by greeting and seating guests promptly upon arrival.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere by supporting coworkers during peak hours or when understaffed.
- Collaborated with servers to ensure smooth transitions between tables, minimizing wait times for guests.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
Education
No Degree -
San Joaquin Valley College
Visalia, CA04.2023
Skills
- Organized and detail oriented
- Schedule management
- HIPAA guidelines
- Public outreach
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Clinical documentation
- Medication administration
- Patient documentation
- Blood pressure measurement
- Injection administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- EMR / EHR
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (CMAA) - National Healthcare Association (NHA).
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Community Health Worker
Aria Community Health Center
02.2024 - 09.2024
Certified Medical Assistant
Aria Community Health Center
03.2023 - 02.2024
Restaurant Hostess
Black Bear Diner
05.2022 - 02.2023
No Degree -
San Joaquin Valley College