Carlos Azcona
Health Specialist
Simi Valley,California
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Behavioral Health Technician at Amergis Health Care Staffing, skilled in psychosocial rehabilitation and crisis intervention. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and training. Developed strong relationships with clients and staff, fostering teamwork and promoting self-management strategies for improved wellness.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate Clinical Education Specialist
Kelly Services
Los Angeles, CA
07.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to identify training needs and create targeted educational resources.
- Established partnerships with external organizations for ongoing professional development opportunities for clinical staff.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary workshops that fostered collaboration between different departments within the hospital or clinic setting.
- Delivered engaging presentations at conferences and workshops, promoting best practices in clinical education.
Behavioral Health Technician
Amergis Health Care Staffing
Simi Valley, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Provided crisis intervention services, successfully de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Implemented therapeutic activities that promoted skill-building, self-awareness, and healthy coping mechanisms.
Field Clinical Specialist
ROMTEC
Los Angeles, CA
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Ensured patient safety by conducting meticulous preoperative evaluations before recommending or proceeding with device implantation.
- Enhanced device adoption rates through effective product demonstrations and hands-on training sessions for medical staff.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive clinical support and education to healthcare professionals.
- Supported physicians in the successful implantation of medical devices, ensuring proper technique and adherence to best practices.
- Communicated complex technical information clearly and concisely for diverse audiences including physicians, nurses, engineers, patients.
Enhanced Care Manager
Partners In Care Foundation
Los Angeles, CA
08.2019 - 07.2023
- Educated clients and families on community resources, treatment options and health care services to better manage conditions.
- Assessed clients and developed plans to meet needs.
- Promoted patient self-management by providing education on chronic condition management and healthy lifestyle choices.
Patient Discharge Team Coordinator
Dignity Health
Camarillo, CA
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Arranged placement of patients in facilities appropriate for level of care requirements.
- Promoted a collaborative environment among colleagues by sharing best practices for efficient coordination across departments involved in the discharge process.
- Worked collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical team members to solve complex discharge issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
California State University, Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA 08.2016 - 12.2018
Associate of Science - Natural Sciences
Moorpark College
Moorpark, CA 08.2013 - 05.2016
Skills
- Psychosocial rehabilitation
- Data collection
- Psychological therapy treatments
- Medical device expertise
- Good clinical practice
- Training proficiency
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Health Educator Training - 5 years
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Additional Information
Assistant Athletic Cross Country and Track and Field Coaches at Simi Valley High School.
- 3 Years Volunteer
- Supporting running practice conditioning, stretching and cool downs.
- Equipment set-up and storage for all meets
- Supporting coaching staff with athletes registration and event assignations
- Provide safety support for: athletes, students, and parents during events.
Timeline
Associate Clinical Education Specialist
Kelly Services
07.2025 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician
Amergis Health Care Staffing
08.2024 - Current
Field Clinical Specialist
ROMTEC
07.2023 - 07.2024
Enhanced Care Manager
Partners In Care Foundation
08.2019 - 07.2023
Patient Discharge Team Coordinator
Dignity Health
08.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
California State University, Channel Islands
08.2016 - 12.2018
Associate of Science - Natural Sciences
Moorpark College
08.2013 - 05.2016