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ELVIRA BENAVIDES

Culver City,CA

Summary

Detail-oriented Medical Technician trained in laboratory techniques and specimen handling. Contributes to accurate diagnoses by conducting tests according to precise protocols and specifications. Thorough in documenting processes and findings. Reliable candidate ready to take on challenges in a position using problem-solving and task prioritization skills to help team succeed. Current student working toward my Registered Nurse in Health Science and looking for an opportunity to begin my career in the field. Identifying and quickly closing any knowledge gaps to offer value to my employer and team. Willing to take on any task to support team and help business succeed. Offers strong assurance and multi task abilities.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician

West Hills Surgical Center
08.2023 - Current
  • Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Clean gurneys, stock supplies such as, juice, crackers, IV fluids, at the end of the day, concent patients, perform vital signs, enter data times, help nurses fill out paperwork, take apart charts, make gown bags, make phone calls for patients pick up, fill out blanket warmers, and make supplies orders.

Lead Medical Technician

flowhealth
08.2021 - Current
  • Recorded storage data for specimens and reagents to support appropriate inventory tracking
  • Maintained comprehensive records of written and practical quality control measures
  • Performed specimen processing, testing, and reporting under field supervisor supervision
  • Modeled safe, ethical behavior to mitigate risks through adherence to institutional policies and procedures
  • Promoted team productivity by organizing staff and assurance 100% to our customer.

Clinical Medical Assistant Supervisor

Dat Pham family practice
12.2008 - 01.2015
  • Collected and prepared laboratory specimens according to health system standards
  • Set up and cleaned examination rooms at start of day, between patients, and at end of day
  • Updated and recorded patient medications and allergies in patient chart upon each visit
  • Achieved program goals by effectively motivating and supervising medical, technical and clerical staff
  • Achieve 100% customer satisfaction
  • Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment, and instruments to maintain proper inventory
  • Improved care delivery by monitoring performance and optimizing strategies.

Certified Nursing Assistant

casitas care center
05.2005 - 06.2008
  • Documented care actions, vitals, and orders in company software
  • Collaborated with physicians and registered nurses to perform procedures
  • Helped patients move safely with skilled mobility support
  • Kept patients comfortable with clean linens and well-stocked rooms
  • Resolved patient issues by quickly responding to calls and emergency issues.

Education

General AA - Associate Degree in Behavioral and Psychology

Associate degree in Health Science - General AA, Behavioral and Psychology

Los Angeles Mission College
Sylmar, California
06.2021

No Degree - Phlebotomy

Los Angeles Mission College
Sylmar, CA
06.2021

Culinary arts deploma - administration

Le Cordon Bleu
Pasadena, CA
05.2013

Electrician diploma - electric

ccc college
Burbank, CA
06.2011

No Degree - Medical Assisting

Everest College - Alhambra
Alhambra, CA
06.2006

No Degree - Certified Nurse Assisting

James Monroe High School
North Hills, CA
06.2004

Skills

  • Strong communication
  • Complex problem-solving
  • Direct care
  • Vital signs documentation
  • Specimen collection
  • CNA Certification
  • Medical Terminology
  • CPR/AED
  • Certified Phlebotomy Technician
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Health Insurance Verification
  • Patient Care Technician (PCT)

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

West Hills Surgical Center
08.2023 - Current

Lead Medical Technician

flowhealth
08.2021 - Current

Clinical Medical Assistant Supervisor

Dat Pham family practice
12.2008 - 01.2015

Certified Nursing Assistant

casitas care center
05.2005 - 06.2008

General AA - Associate Degree in Behavioral and Psychology

Associate degree in Health Science - General AA, Behavioral and Psychology

Los Angeles Mission College

No Degree - Phlebotomy

Los Angeles Mission College

Culinary arts deploma - administration

Le Cordon Bleu

Electrician diploma - electric

ccc college

No Degree - Medical Assisting

Everest College - Alhambra

No Degree - Certified Nurse Assisting

James Monroe High School
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