Highly organized International Medical Graduate with experience in the US healthcare system after 1 year of clerkship and two differenth research and coordination positions in the University of Texas Health in Houston, Tx. Interested in pursuing Fellowship training after residency. Highly interested in the fields of Pulmonary and Critical Care and Cardiology.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Multidisciplinary Clinic Coordinator- Pedi. Surg.
University Of Texas Health Science Center At Houston
Houston
06.2024 - 03.2025
Coordination of CDH (adult and pediatric), colorectal malformations (adult and pediatric), and pectus excavatum/carinatum clinics. Over 300 patients enrolled in the various clinics coordinated.
Manage new patient referrals and triaged them to appropriate clinics. Collection of medical histories and records for new patients referred to clinic.
Presentation of new patient cases at monthly meetings with attending physicians to establish necessary pre-clinic studies for multi-D clinics.
Daily communication with patients and families to address their concerns regarding new onset symptoms, medication refills, and scheduling of office visits and pre-clinic imaging.
Assistance as a Spanish interpreter for the department.
Research Assistant III
University Of Texas Health Science Center At Houston
Houston
08.2023 - 06.2024
Approached patients, introduced research studies, and enrolled participants for the following projects: -MGEN (Mycoplasma genitalium) -Uterine Scar, characteristics following Cs. -RO1 (Syphilis during pregnancy) -PREGOUT (POC Syphilis test performed for pregnant patients in ED Dept.)
Communicated daily with Houston's Health Department to confirm and update diagnoses and treatment statuses of patients and partners affected by syphilis during pregnancy.
Screened patients daily through CARE 4 and EPIC (electronic health record systems) to determine eligibility for research studies.
Gathered, processed, and stored multiple samples for enrolled patients.
Collaborated in the creation of three abstracts for PREGOUT project.
Attending Physician
Dispensario Medico del Dr. Cañedo
Mexicali
02.2022 - 01.2023
Attending Physician in charge of clinic.
Patient consultation.
Medication storage and stock management.
Completition of small clinical procedures, stitches, wound cleaning.
Medical Assistant
Jeffery Gaitz, MD
Houston
11.2021 - 12.2021
Company Overview: Neurology M.A.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic.
Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.
Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Neurology M.A.
Medical Assistant
Fernando Santacruz, MD
Houston
10.2021 - 11.2021
Company Overview: Pulmonary and Critical Care, Interventional Pulmonology M.A.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.
Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Pulmonary and Critical Care, Interventional Pulmonology M.A.
Medical Assistant
Arturo Sandoval, MD
Houston
08.2021 - 10.2021
Company Overview: OBGYN M.A.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.
Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
OBGYN M.A.
Medical Assistant
Henry Small, MD
Houston
05.2021 - 06.2021
Company Overview: Orthopedic Surgery M.A.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient- focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
Orthopedic Surgery M.A.
Medical Assistant
Homero Garza, MD
Houston
02.2021 - 04.2021
Company Overview: Pediatrics M.A.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.
Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Vaccination, sample processing, newborn screen elaboration for patients according to schedule needs.
Pediatrics M.A.
Medical Assistant
Jonas Garcia, MD
Houston
01.2021 - 02.2021
Company Overview: Cardiology M.A.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.
Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Electrocardiogram processing and interpretation for diagnostic and academic purposes.
Cardiology M.A.
Education
ECFMG - Certified
Educational Comission of Foreing Medical Graduates
07-2024
Medicine - Medicine Student
Universidad Autonoma de Baja California
Mexicali, BC, Mexico
02.2023
Skills
Clinical and Operational Judgement
Diagnosing conditions
Prescribing medication
Staying up to date on medical research
Interpreting laboratory results
Analytical skills
Critical thinking
Appointment scheduling
Updating medical records
Active listening
Cultural awareness
Proactive
Teamwork
Clear communication
Publications
Brain-Focused Ultrasound Therapy: Current Applications and Future Prospects, Co-author, 10.19080/OAJS.2022.13.555875, https://juniperpublishers.com/oajs/OAJS.MS.ID.555875.php, 08/01/22
Heart Failure Management, Including Recently Approved Therapeutic Options: An Overview, Co-author, 210.19080/JOCCT.2022.17.555970, https://juniperpublishers.com/jocct/JOCCT.MS.ID.555970.php, 08/01/22
Languages
Spanish, Bilingual or Proficient (Native)
English, Advanced (C1)
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
Mountain Biking.
Grilling and Cooking.
Camping and outdoor activities.
Timeline
Multidisciplinary Clinic Coordinator- Pedi. Surg.
University Of Texas Health Science Center At Houston
06.2024 - 03.2025
Research Assistant III
University Of Texas Health Science Center At Houston
08.2023 - 06.2024
Attending Physician
Dispensario Medico del Dr. Cañedo
02.2022 - 01.2023
Medical Assistant
Jeffery Gaitz, MD
11.2021 - 12.2021
Medical Assistant
Fernando Santacruz, MD
10.2021 - 11.2021
Medical Assistant
Arturo Sandoval, MD
08.2021 - 10.2021
Medical Assistant
Henry Small, MD
05.2021 - 06.2021
Medical Assistant
Homero Garza, MD
02.2021 - 04.2021
Medical Assistant
Jonas Garcia, MD
01.2021 - 02.2021
ECFMG - Certified
Educational Comission of Foreing Medical Graduates