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Laura Hernandez

Bakersfield,CA

Summary

Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.

Professional caregiver with strong background in providing compassionate and effective support. Proven ability to adapt to changing needs and collaborate with team members to achieve optimal results. Skilled in personal care, medication management, and patient advocacy. Reliable, empathetic, and focused on delivering high-quality care.

Professional in healthcare with solid experience in clinical and administrative duties. Skilled in patient care, medical procedures, and electronic health records. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and delivering high-quality results. Reliable in fast-paced environments and adept at supporting medical staff and patients effectively.

Experienced with phlebotomy techniques, including venipuncture and capillary punctures. Utilizes effective patient communication to ensure comfort and compliance during procedures. Knowledge of proper specimen handling and labeling to maintain sample integrity and accurate records.

Personable and reliable candidate with strong commitment to patient care and safety. Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory procedures, combined with excellent communication and organizational skills. Dedicated to making positive impact on patient experiences and supporting healthcare

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver

Allied Home Care
12.2024 - 05.2025
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.

Usc Keck Hospital

Medical Assistant
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Phlebotomist

OBGYN Amin Fawwaz M.D
04.2020 - 03.2022
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
  • Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
  • Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.

Medical Assistant

Dr Mary Romo Obgyn Clinic
03.2015 - 01.2020
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
  • 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.
  • Measured patient pulse oximetry.
  • Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.

Education

Phlebotomy Licence - Phlebotomy

Crescent College
Huntington Park, CA
08-2022

Certificate - Medical Assistant

National Polytechnic College
Commerce
04-2013

High School Diploma -

Schurr High School
Montebello, CA
06-2012

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • First aid and safety
  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Blood collection techniques
  • Specimen labeling procedures
  • Sample and specimen collection
  • Specimen handling
  • Capillary puncture
  • Infection control
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • EMR / EHR
  • Direct patient care
  • Phlebotomy
  • Data entry
  • Reliable team player
  • Patient assessments
  • Insurance verification
  • Appointment setting
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Payment collection
  • Patient feeding
  • Flexible schedule
  • Call center customer service
  • Customer service
  • Call center operations
  • Communicating with clients

Certification

Basic Life support

CPR certified through American Herat Association

Phlebotomy Technician License CPT 02281529

Home Care Aide Registration Appoval

Languages

English
Spanish

Timeline

Caregiver

Allied Home Care
12.2024 - 05.2025

Usc Keck Hospital

Medical Assistant
01.2023 - 12.2023

Phlebotomist

OBGYN Amin Fawwaz M.D
04.2020 - 03.2022

Medical Assistant

Dr Mary Romo Obgyn Clinic
03.2015 - 01.2020

Phlebotomy Licence - Phlebotomy

Crescent College

Certificate - Medical Assistant

National Polytechnic College

High School Diploma -

Schurr High School