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Gabriela Venegas

Ontario

Summary

Seasoned Trauma Registrar with comprehensive background in trauma data collection, quality assurance, and patient care coordination. Strong familiarity with ICD codes, AIS 15, trauma registry software and management of confidential health information. Demonstrated ability to improve processes for data accuracy and compliance while supporting emergency medical teams. Skilled communicator comfortable interfacing with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Trauma Registrar

Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center
Pomona
11.2019 - 09.2025
  • Collected and maintained trauma registry data for regulatory compliance.
  • Reviewed patient records to ensure accurate data entry and coding.
  • Analyzed trauma data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
  • Collaborated with medical staff to enhance trauma documentation processes.
  • Ensured adherence to state and national trauma registry standards.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient information flow.
  • Prepared statistical analyses summarizing data from multiple sources to detect patterns in traumatic injuries.
  • Reviewed medical records to ensure accuracy of trauma registry data entries.

Certified Medical Assistant

Institute of Trauma and Acute Care
Pomona
11.2017 - 11.2019

Coordinated patient scheduling and appointment logistics for enhanced front office efficiency.

Supported trauma aftercare clinics by optimizing back office operations to improve patient flow.

Facilitated interactions with insurance providers to secure referrals and letters of authorization.

Scheduled surgeries and managed hospital readmissions with precision and attention to detail.

Handled employee disability claims and family leave requests in a timely manner.

Collaborated with hospitals to provide essential resources for victims of violence.

Assisted physicians and physician assistants during examinations and procedures to ensure effective care.

  • Collected patient medical histories and documented vital signs accurately for comprehensive records.

Medical assistant

Foothill Family Practice
Glendora
08.2008 - 10.2017
  • Conducted patient interviews and recorded vital signs including pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height.
  • Assisted physicians with patient examinations and medical procedures.
  • Cleaned and sterilized medical instruments to ensure compliance with health standards.
  • Performed clerical tasks such as processing authorizations, verifying insurance, and scheduling appointments.
  • Collected and processed laboratory specimens, including phlebotomy and routine in-house tests.
  • Interacted effectively with colleagues across all organizational levels and the general public.

Authorization coordinator / medical assistant

Mayflower Medical Group
Covina
08.2007 - 05.2008
  • Coordinated authorization requests for patient procedures and services efficiently.
  • Processed pre-authorization forms through electronic medical record systems.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs and histories.
  • Prepared patients for examinations, ensuring readiness and comfort.
  • Collected laboratory samples from patients for testing purposes.
  • Conducted diagnostic tests including EKGs, spirometry, and audiograms as requested.
  • Performed basic laboratory tests under supervision, including urinalysis and blood glucose levels.
  • Relayed patient messages to physicians regarding concerns and treatment updates.

Education

Medical Assisting Certificate -

Bryman College
Alhambra, CA
01.2005

Highschool Diploma -

Benjimin Franklin Highschool
Los Angeles, CA

Skills

  • Bilingual in Spanish
  • Organizational multitasking
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Trauma registry management
  • Computer proficiency (over 30 wpm)
  • Customer service expertise
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Human anatomy and physiology
  • CPR and first aid certified
  • Stop the Bleed training
  • Insurance billing proficiency
  • Software application learning
  • Medical coding (ICD-10, ICD-10-PCS, AIS 15, HCPCS)
  • AIS 15 certified

Affiliations

  • Floklorico Dance

Certification

  • AIS 15 certified
  • Certified Medical Assistant
  • BLS

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Trauma Registrar

Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center
11.2019 - 09.2025

Certified Medical Assistant

Institute of Trauma and Acute Care
11.2017 - 11.2019

Medical assistant

Foothill Family Practice
08.2008 - 10.2017

Authorization coordinator / medical assistant

Mayflower Medical Group
08.2007 - 05.2008

Medical Assisting Certificate -

Bryman College

Highschool Diploma -

Benjimin Franklin Highschool
Gabriela Venegas