Karla Rodriguez
Oak Lawn
Summary
Experienced bilingual (English/ Spanish) medical professional with over 3 years as an EMT-P and 6 years as a medical assistant. Graduated from Chamberlain College of Nursing, BSN program. NCMA and CPR certified, skilled in handling emergencies and appropriately prioritizing patient care. I am dedicated, compassionate, a patient advocate, and a quick learner. I am eager to expand my medical knowledge, career opportunities, and to bring contributions based on the knowledge I have gained over the years. I am a goal-oriented individual who strives for success and collaborates effectively with others to achieve positive outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Aayu Clinics
02.2014 - Current
- Prepare the patient for the physicians, rapid triage, and obtain vital signs & properly prioritize medical conditions
- Educate the patient on the use of therapeutic equipment and treatments
- Administer vaccinations and medications, perform venipunctures, and execute procedure set-ups
- Document patient information into EMR.
- Maintain logs for point-of-care testing, future orders for labs, callbacks, and inventory
- Train new employees in clinical skills to become proficient in point-of-care testing, venipunctures, and other procedures.
- Prepare and monitor patients during Ketamine and Vitamin Infusions
COVID Testing Center
Innovative Express Care
07.2020 - 05.2021
- COVID floor Lead/Lab lead
- Covid Swabber/ Phlebotomist/ Scribe
- COVID-19 vaccine administrator
- Primary Care/Urgent Care/Ketamine Clinic
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic & Advanced
ATI Ambulance
07.2011 - 01.2014
- Basic and advanced patient assessments
- Respond to dispatched emergency assignments quickly and safely.
- Interpreting physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues.
- Monitoring patients for changes and treating them accordingly and appropriately.
- Inspecting ambulance vehicles, medical supplies, and equipment.
- Protecting the confidentiality of all information related to patient care activities and EMS operations.
Logistics- Flow Team Member
Target Corporation
06.2010 - 07.2011
- Unload merchandise from the truck & stock shelves with products promptly.
- Customer Service
- Demonstrate high standards of performance, including teamwork and communication amongst team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Tinley Park, IL12.2025
Emergency Medical Services - Paramedic
Chicago City Colleges - Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL09-2013
High School -
Thomas Kelly High School
Chicago, IL06-2010
Skills
- Rapid patient assessments
- Critical Decision Making
- Phlebotomy, EKG experience
- Customer service
- EMR / EHR
- Patient-focused care
- Reliable team player
- Procedure assistance
Additional Information
- Chicago Fire Department Internship, 05/24/13, 08/09/13
- Clinical Rotations at John H. Stroger Cook County Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital, Mt. Sinai Hospital, Children's Memorial Hospital, St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital, Silver Cross Hospital, LCOM, Comer's Children Hospital
*REFEFERENCES UPON REQUEST*
Timeline
COVID Testing Center
Innovative Express Care
07.2020 - 05.2021
Medical Assistant
Aayu Clinics
02.2014 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic & Advanced
ATI Ambulance
07.2011 - 01.2014
Logistics- Flow Team Member
Target Corporation
06.2010 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Science -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Emergency Medical Services - Paramedic
Chicago City Colleges - Malcolm X College
High School -
Thomas Kelly High School