Desirree Garcia
North Las Vegas
Summary
I’m a passionate and dedicated healthcare professional who truly loves helping people feel their best. With hands-on experience in both clinical and pharmacy settings, I’m known for my ability to keep things running smoothly even on the busiest days. I’m excited to bring my skills and spirit to a team that shares the same passion for care!
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Nevada Cardiology Associates
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as hospital records, lab results, orthostatic manual blood pressure checks and vitals.
- Contributed to a well-functioning medical team by providing timely updates on patient status and test results to physicians.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing EKG testing and documentations of results in fast-paced cardiology setting.
- Ordering fasting/non-fasting blood work to various labs.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills per provider's request.
Lead Certified Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
01.2020 - 11.2023
- Promoted safe medication use by educating patients on potential drug interactions and side effects.
- Trained and mentored new pharmacy technicians, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Supported management efforts to foster a positive workplace culture that prioritized teamwork, professional development opportunities, and open communication.
- Established trust with patients by safeguarding their confidentiality as mandated by HIPAA regulations.
- Assisted in audits by maintaining meticulous records of controlled substances transactions and inventory balances.
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to ensure proper medication storage, handling, and labeling practices were maintained.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Center of Las Vegas
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding.
- Assisted patients with Alzheimer's disease, Dementia, physical disabilities, and post-operative recovery with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant -
Northwest Career College
Las Vegas, NV12-2024
Certified Nurse Assistant -
The Perry Foundation of University of Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV04-2019
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Medical terminology
- EKG monitoring
- Electronic health records management
- Pharmacy Data entry/ sig coding
- Immunization administration
- CPR certified
- BLS certified
- Customer service
- Inventory and supply management
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- Certified Pharmacy Technician
Timeline
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Nevada Cardiology Associates
12.2024 - 05.2025
Lead Certified Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
01.2020 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Center of Las Vegas
05.2019 - 01.2020
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant -
Northwest Career College
Certified Nurse Assistant -
The Perry Foundation of University of Las Vegas
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