Laura Cancel
Fort Myers
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Medical Assistant
Genesis care
Fort Myers
05.2023 - 07.2025
- Assisted in patient examinations and collected medical histories.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and optimized appointment flow to enhance patient experience.
- Administered medications and provided patient education on treatments.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Assisted clinical staff with procedures and streamlined daily operations to improve workflow.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control standards.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured equipment readiness for procedures.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Managed patient flow and scheduled appointments while providing professional front-desk support.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
Safety Specialist
Family Health Centers of SW Florida
Fort Myers
01.2017 - 11.2023
- Conducted safety audits to identify and mitigate potential hazards in healthcare facilities, enhancing overall safety standards.
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for staff members.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Reviewed incident reports and recommended actionable improvements to prevent future incidents, strengthening safety protocols.
- Facilitated emergency response drills to prepare staff for potential incidents.
- Provided guidance on best practices for workplace safety and health standards.
- Monitored employee work areas for unsafe conditions and took corrective action.
- Developed and implemented safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Conducted workplace safety inspections, identified hazards, and recommended corrective actions to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws concerning occupational health and safety including local building codes and fire regulations.
- Reviewed records and staff position requirements to schedule employees for appropriate OSHA training.
- Managed environmental health and safety programs.
Sales Associate
Big Lots
Fort Myers
08.2016 - 01.2017
- Trained new staff on store policies and procedures, enhancing team readiness and customer service.
- Managed inventory tasks to ensure accurate stock levels, supporting seamless store operations.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, improving customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
Helper
Comcast
Arecibo
09.2000 - 03.2005
- Supported technicians in equipment setup and maintenance, ensuring readiness for operations.
- Streamlined organization of tools and materials to enhance workflow efficiency in service areas.
- Coordinated schedules for installation appointments and service calls.
- Maintained organization, cleanliness, and safety in work areas.
- Assisted in installation of various systems, contributing to timely project completion.
- Removed damaged materials and prepared surfaces for optimal installations.
- Developed comprehensive checklists for use during inspections to ensure nothing was missed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rafael Balceiro
Barceloneta,PR02-2000
Skills
- Patient care
- Surface inspection
- Electronic health systems
- Safety compliance
- Risk management
- Scheduling coordination
- Field inspections
- Data entry
- Hazard identification
- Inspection procedures
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Genesis care
05.2023 - 07.2025
Safety Specialist
Family Health Centers of SW Florida
01.2017 - 11.2023
Sales Associate
Big Lots
08.2016 - 01.2017
Helper
Comcast
09.2000 - 03.2005
High School Diploma -
Rafael Balceiro