Lasestia Valdez
Rosharon,TX
Summary
Assistant Teacher passionate about helping children complete tasks and learn new concepts. Skilled at evaluating student progression and adapting lesson plans to facilitate learning and growth. Caring and compassionate with students from diverse backgrounds and with different learning styles. Detail-oriented Assistant Teacher lends creative approach to classroom preparation, policy and presentation. Promotes collaborative environment focused on curriculum and strategy development prioritizing productive, customizable learning practices. Passionate teacher excels at sharing unique approach to individualized instruction to keep students on pace. No task too small in supporting teachers, administrators and at-large school community.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Thrive Early Learning
03.2021 - 09.2023
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Researched and presented new learning tools and methods for classroom application.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
Medical Assistant
Carolina Vascular
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
Medical Assistant Extern
Carolina Heart And Leg Center
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Prepared exam and treatment rooms for patient visits, availing all necessary supplies and equipment.
- Maintained clean and safe clinic environment to prevent injuries.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Collected histories, vitals, and current complaints via patient interviews.
- Scheduled appointments and tests to coordinate patient care.
- Performed medical chart reviews to confirm accuracy and completeness.
- Communicated with patients and families to answer questions and provide reassurance.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Hospitality Aide
Brenham Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
12.2016 - 07.2017
- Welcomed guests to facility, addressed complaints and found solutions to problems.
- Answered telephone calls and emails to assist customers in making reservations.
- Performed general cleaning by sweeping and mopping floors, washing dishes and emptying trash.
- Observed established health and safety regulations to safeguard teams and guests.
- Performed front office maintenance duties by organizing and cleaning desk spaces and replenishing office supplies.
- Delivered excellent customer service to support company reputation and patron satisfaction.
- Specialized in providing quality service to older patients who were disabled as well as had disabilities in a nursing home setting.
- Helped and Assisted with daily living activities and providing basic routine care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH2024
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Miller-Motte College
Fayetteville, NC08.2019
Skills
- Electronic Medical Record
- Specimen Collection
- Medical Terminology
- Simple Dressings
- Customer Service
- EKG Set Up and Monitoring
- Stocking Supplies
- Patient Management
- Medical Records Management
- Vital Sign Monitoring
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
American Heart Association Basic Life Support:
June 2019 to June 2021
National CPR Foundations:
September 2021 to September 2023
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Thrive Early Learning
03.2021 - 09.2023
Medical Assistant
Carolina Vascular
09.2019 - 11.2019
Medical Assistant Extern
Carolina Heart And Leg Center
07.2019 - 09.2019
Hospitality Aide
Brenham Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
12.2016 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Miller-Motte College
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