Catalina Santacruz

As a Biomedical Sciences student at the University of Central Florida with clinical shadowing experience in both urology and dentistry, I am eager to grow in a hands-on medical environment and contribute to a team dedicated to exceptional pediatric care.

Through my shadowing experiences, I developed exposure to HIPAA-compliant workflows, sterile environments, and compassionate patient communication. I consistently asked questions and sought understanding because I am driven to continuously learn and improve as I pursue a future in healthcare.

My professional background in fast-paced, people-focused environments has strengthened my communication, composure under pressure, and ability to deliver empathetic support to individuals and families—skills that translate directly to a patient-facing role in a clinical setting. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I value inclusivity and clarity in communication, especially when patient comfort and trust are involved.

• Consistently recognized by supervisors for professionalism, punctuality, and reliability in high-pressure work environments.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel data analysis, and Google Workspace for documentation and record-keeping.
• Fluent in English and Spanish, with working knowledge of French and ASL, enabling communication with patients from diverse linguistic backgrounds.