Iliana De La Garza
Ocular Eye Partners
Chicago,Illinois
Healthcare professional with 2 years of experience. Independent individual with strong communication skills and motivation for providing quality care. Quick learner proficient in Word and Excel. Adaptable and resourceful with a keen attention to detail. Excited to contribute to a healthcare team and make a positive impact on patient outcomes.
Experienced with surgical schedule management and patient care coordination. Utilizes strong organizational skills to enhance operational efficiency and patient outcomes. Knowledge of effective communication and meticulous planning in high-pressure environments.
1
Language
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Coordinator
7 Months
Ocular Eye Partners - Chicago | 01.2026 - Current
- Coordinated surgical schedules, ensuring optimal utilization of operating rooms and resources.
- Managed patient communications, providing pre-operative instructions and addressing inquiries efficiently.
- Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and standards.
Front Desk Associate
9 Months
Ocular Eye Partners - Chicago | 04.2025 - 01.2026
- Delivered friendly, efficient service to enhance patient experience during check in and check out.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards for patient privacy (HIPAA) and safety protocols in healthcare.
- Advocated for patient rights to guarantee timely access to appropriate care.
Daycare Teacher
1 Year 2 Months
Tiny Scholars Academy - Chicago | 02.2024 - 04.2025
- Established safe, nurturing environment for children, enhancing physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Facilitated daily activities including circle, arts and crafts, outdoor play, and sensory exploration to support holistic learning and development.
- Delivered individualized attention to each child's needs, promoting cognitive, physical, and social growth.
Patient Care Navigator
1 Year 7 Months
Rely Health - Chicago | 07.2022 - 02.2024
- Identified and resolved logistical issues that arose during a patient’s healthcare journey, such as coordinating with transportation services, scheduling appointments, and ensuring patients have access to necessary medical records and documentation.
- Resolved logistical issues during patient healthcare journey by coordinating transportation services, scheduling appointments, and ensuring access to necessary medical records and documentation.
- Identified barriers to care access, including financial constraints and language barriers, and provided resources or referrals.
Education
High School diploma
Eric Solorio Academy High School - Chicago
06-2019
Skills
Healthcare management
Patient management
Surgical Scheduling
EMR Systems
Quality Care
Attention to Detail
Microsoft Excel
Technical skills
LANGUAGES
Spanish
Timeline
Surgical Coordinator
Ocular Eye Partners
01.2026 - CurrentRead more
Front Desk Associate
Ocular Eye Partners
04.2025 - 01.2026Read more
Daycare Teacher
Tiny Scholars Academy
02.2024 - 04.2025Read more
Patient Care Navigator
Rely Health
07.2022 - 02.2024Read more
Eric Solorio Academy High School - High School diploma,
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