Karla Carrillo
Pico Rivera,CA
Summary
Healthcare professional with solid track record in administrative roles, prepared for dynamic healthcare environments. Known for effectively managing patient records and supporting medical staff to improve operational efficiency. Valued for reliability and adaptability, fostering cooperative team atmosphere and delivering consistent results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Secretary
Monterey Park Hospital
Monterey Park, CA
05.2018 - 06.2022
- Managed unit call reception and routed calls to correct department.
- Communicate with every patient in unit via call light monitor in timely matter .
- Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients to facilitate efficient care delivery.
- Managed patient admissions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with hospital protocols.
Emergency Room Unit Secretary
Community Hospital of Huntington Park
Huntington Park, CA
04.2013 - 05.2018
- Use computers for various applications, such as database management, word processing, and paragon
- Managed patient admissions and discharges, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with hospital protocols.
- Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients, enhancing workflow efficiency in high-pressure environments.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by securely handling sensitive medical records and adhering to HIPAA regulations.
- Arrange transfers or admissions to appropriate level of care
Dental Assistant
Dental Studio of Culver City
Culver City, CA
04.2011 - 04.2013
- Expose dental diagnostic X-Rays
- Assist dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies
- Assisted in chairside procedures, ensuring optimal patient comfort and efficiency.
- Prepared examination rooms and sterilized instruments to maintain safety standards.
Cashier Customer Service
CVS pharmacy
Los Angeles, CA
04.2009 - 04.2011
- Analyzed customer interactions to identify needs, provide resources and promote excellent service.
- Composed and routed correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced checkout efficiency and reduced wait times.
Dental Assistant
8th Street Dentist
Los Angeles, CA
03.2007 - 03.2009
- Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect dental instruments, set up instrument tray, and prepare procedure materials
- Assist dentist with every dental procedure
- Followed dentists directions when administering anesthetics and desensitizing agents.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing
West Covina, CA08-2026
Skills
- Bilingual: Spanish
Certification
- American Heart Association (BLS) certification exp: 5/2027
- Fire Safety exp: 06/2029
- Crisis Prevention Intervention CPI
Clinical Experience
- St. Francis Medical Center, Lynwood, CA
Med Surg/ Tele
120 Hours July 2025- Aug 2025
- Centinela Hospital Medical Center, Inglewood, CA
Tele
120 Hours Sept 2025- Nov 2025
- Canyon Ridge Hospital, Chino, CA
Mental Health
120 Hours Sept 2025- Dec 2025
- St. Francis Medical Center, Lynwood, CA
Post partum/ L&D/ ICU
72 Hours / 120 Hours Jan 2026- Feb 2026/ May 2026- Aug 2026
- Emanate Health Queen of The Valley Hospital, West Covina, CA
Pediatrics /ED
72 hours April 2026
Timeline
Unit Secretary
Monterey Park Hospital
05.2018 - 06.2022
Emergency Room Unit Secretary
Community Hospital of Huntington Park
04.2013 - 05.2018
Dental Assistant
Dental Studio of Culver City
04.2011 - 04.2013
Cashier Customer Service
CVS pharmacy
04.2009 - 04.2011
Dental Assistant
8th Street Dentist
03.2007 - 03.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing