CARLA PALOMARES MONTOYA
Sparks,NV
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapy Aide
Reno Orthopedic Center
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort and safety by setting up equipment, preparing treatment areas, and positioning patients as needed.
- Contributed to positive patient outcomes by closely monitoring progress and providing timely updates to supervising therapists.
- Increased patient engagement with therapeutic exercises through clear instruction, demonstration, and consistent encouragement.
- Ensure patient safety at all times, noting any risk factors and communicating with the therapist regarding patient issues or concerns;
- Document activities, exercises, and outcomes as directed by the therapist in patient’s electronic medical record
ASUN Senator for The School of Public Health
University of Nevada, Reno
03.2024 - 04.2025
- As an elected senator, I elevated the voices of my constituents, ensuring diverse perspectives were considered during legislative processes
- Increased communication between students and the Dean by collaborating on student interest activities
- Created a Student Advisory Board
- Member of The Safety, Sustainability, and Wellness Committee; liaison for the Student Health Center
- Member of Democratic and Civic Engagement Committee; liaison for Special Events and Democratic Engagement
NNPH Sexual Health Program Internship
Northern Nevada Public Health
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge and take notes for my supervisor
- Shadowed The Sexual Health Program Team and scripted emails sent to stakeholders
Patient Transporter
Renown
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Company Overview: The Transport Department supports patient care, helps assist and works with nurses, cnas, techs to ensure a smooth workflow throughout the hospital
- Transporters are knowledgeable about the hospital layout and departments
- Knowledgeable in driving motorized beds, beds, gurneys, and wheelchairs
- The Transport Department supports patient care, helps assist and works with nurses, cnas, techs to ensure a smooth workflow throughout the hospital
- Transporters are knowledgeable about the hospital layout and departments
- Knowledgeable in driving motorized beds, beds, gurneys, and wheelchairs
- The Transport Department supports patient care, helps assist and works with nurses, cnas, and techitions to ensure a smooth workflow throughout the hospital
- Transporters are knowledgeable about the hospital layout and departments
- Knowledgeable in driving motorized beds, beds, gurneys, and wheelchairs
- Over 800 patient care hours
- Assisted in training new Patient Transporters on proper techniques, protocols, and company policies, ensuring consistent high-quality care throughout the team.
- Maintained strong professional relationships with colleagues across various departments, promoting teamwork for efficient patient care delivery.
Barista
Starbucks
01.2023 - 04.2023
- As a Barista, I memorized 50+ menu items and prepared orders as customers desired
- Welcomed more than 30 customers per shift in a professional and friendly manner promoting the company’s mission and values
Store Manager
Yogurt Beach
05.2022 - 09.2022
- As a Manager, I communicated with higher positions, inventory, communicated and coordinated inventory shipping with external companies
Crew Leader
Yogurt Beach
06.2021 - 05.2022
- As a Crew Leader, I lead my team with positivity and teamwork to help complete various tasks within the store
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, NV05.2025
Associate of Science - Community Health Sciences
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NV05.2023
Honors Diploma -
Edward C. Reed High School
Sparks, NV06.2021
Skills
- Organized
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Team building
- Performance management
- Customer service
- Communication
- Google Docs
- Microsoft Word
- Google Slides
- Functional mobility training
Awards
- Seal of Biliteracy
- Honors cord
- CBESS Cord (Bilingual Student Researcher UNR)
- Nevada Promise Scholarship
- Millennium Scholarship
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Healthcare Provider CPR/AED Certification - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
NNPH Sexual Health Program Internship
Northern Nevada Public Health
09.2024 - 12.2024
ASUN Senator for The School of Public Health
University of Nevada, Reno
03.2024 - 04.2025
Physical Therapy Aide
Reno Orthopedic Center
01.2024 - Current
Patient Transporter
Renown
02.2023 - 08.2024
Barista
Starbucks
01.2023 - 04.2023
Store Manager
Yogurt Beach
05.2022 - 09.2022
Crew Leader
Yogurt Beach
06.2021 - 05.2022
Associate of Science - Community Health Sciences
Truckee Meadows Community College
Honors Diploma -
Edward C. Reed High School
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of Nevada, Reno
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