Gabriel Lopez
Ocala,Florida
Summary
Adept in both patient care and dental assistance, I leveraged skills in patient care techniques and relations at HCA West Marion and North Florida Hospitals and Smart Dentistry. Demonstrated adaptability by cross-training and excelling in diverse healthcare settings (Including all departments, ER, and Critical Care), significantly enhancing patient satisfaction and safety protocols. Personalized care to each of the patients, ensuring their overall wellbeing and comfort within the hospital.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
HCA North Florida Hospital
Gainesville, FL
01.2025 - Current
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Patient Care Technician
HCA West Marion Hospital
Ocala, FL
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
Dental Assistant
Smart Dentistry
Ocala, FL
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Sterilized dental equipment using automatic washers to prevent cross contamination.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
- Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
Central Transport
AdventHealth
Ocala, Florida
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Greeted patient and explained transport plan and destination.
- Used wheelchairs, seat chairs and gurneys to move patients.
- Maintained facility and patient confidentiality, complying with HIPPA policies and procedures.
Education
West Port High School
Ocala, FL05.2024
Skills
- Dental staff support
- Rapport building
- Dental radiography
- Friendly and outgoing
- Spanish fluency
- Clinical documentation
- Complex Problem-solving
- Infection control practices
- Team collaboration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Problem-solving
- Basic life support
- Patient care
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Member, Alumni Association
Certification
- Electrocardiogram Technician Certification
- Dental Assisting Credentialing
- Dental Rx Certification
- Expanded Functions Dental assisting
- Basic Life Support (through HCA)
Accomplishments
STEM Club Officer,
2nd place State level, International-level HOSA 2024 competition in the Public Service Announcement event.
Science National Honor Society Officer
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
HCA North Florida Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician
HCA West Marion Hospital
08.2024 - 12.2024
Dental Assistant
Smart Dentistry
03.2024 - 07.2024
Central Transport
AdventHealth
10.2021 - 08.2022
West Port High School
- Electrocardiogram Technician Certification
- Dental Assisting Credentialing
- Dental Rx Certification
- Expanded Functions Dental assisting
- Basic Life Support (through HCA)
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