Lina Ech
Rancho Cucamonga,CA
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant, newly Licensed Vocational Nurse with a strong focus on direct patient care, active listening, and professional communication. Committed to enhancing patient experiences and ensuring safety through meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
City of Hope
Corona, CA
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted back office patient processes, contributing to reduced office wait times.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Organized charts, documents, and supplies, enhancing team productivity.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to gather medical history, chief complaints, and vital signs, improving patient care.
- Ensured a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies.
Medical Assistant
City of Hope
Irvine, California
03.2025 - 11.2025
- Educated at-risk individuals in the community on cancer prevention and early detection methods, enhancing awareness and proactive health management.
- Provided emotional support to patients undergoing cancer treatment or in remission.
- Coordinated specialist referrals for patients, ensuring seamless communication and continuity of care.
- Prepared exam rooms prior to patient arrival by stocking necessary supplies.
- Performed laboratory tests such as blood draws and urine collection.
- Greeted patients warmly upon arrival at the clinic and provided assistance.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs during office visits, alerting physician staff to abnormalities for timely intervention.
Medical Assistant
City of Hope
Huntington Beach, California
05.2023 - 01.2025
- Collected patient vital signs and documented medical histories accurately.
- Supported physicians during examinations and minor procedures effectively.
- Administered injections, medications, and treatments following physician guidelines.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions clearly.
- Managed electronic health records with attention to detail and confidentiality.
- Communicated with healthcare teams to facilitate patient care seamlessly.
- Prepared examination rooms to maintain cleanliness and readiness for patient care.
Education
Diploma - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Pacific College
Costa Mesa12-2024
Skills
- Immunization administration
- Health screening coordination
- Vital sign monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- Medical procedures
- Specimen collection and processing
- Basic life support
- Prescription refills
- Patient flow management
- Appointment reminders
- EMR / EHR
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Active listening
- Professional communication
- Quick problem solver
- Calm under pressure
- Compassionate caregiver
- General housekeeping
- Stocking supplies
- Simple dressings
Certification
- License Vocational Nurse
- Medical Assistant
Timeline
Medical Assistant
City of Hope
11.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
City of Hope
03.2025 - 11.2025
Medical Assistant
City of Hope
05.2023 - 01.2025
Diploma - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Pacific College