Maria Lopez
Newton,NJ
Summary
Highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Resource Specialist
Norwescap
Newton, New Jersey
06.2025 - 08.2026
- Coordinated resource allocation for community programs and services to optimize service delivery.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify client requirements and service gaps.
- Supported program evaluation activities to assess service effectiveness and inform future outreach strategies.
- Engaged in crisis intervention techniques to ensure client safety and well-being.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Organized workshops and training sessions to develop staff skills and enhance program effectiveness.
- Led training sessions to improve team skills and knowledge retention.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Engagement Partner
AmeriCorps Program
Phillipsburg, New Jersey
09.2022 - 06.2025
- Support outreach initiatives that foster meaningful engagement with underserved and diverse communities, helping to connect individuals with appropriate resources, services, and opportunities.
- Developed outreach strategies to engage diverse community groups effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to strengthen program partnerships and resources.
- Assisted in organizing community events promoting volunteerism and civic engagement.
Emergency Room Technician/Safety Technician
Atlantic Health System
Newton, New Jersey
09.2022 - 10.2024
- Responded quickly to emergencies, demonstrating strong decision-making skills under pressure.
- Supported medical staff in delivering urgent care to patients in critical situations, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Assisted with procedures performed by physicians or nurses in the Emergency Room setting.
- Monitored patients' conditions during treatment sessions, promptly reporting changes to nursing staff to inform care decisions.
- Maintained constant observation of patients to ensure safety and well-being throughout treatment.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs, blood draws, urinalysis and glucose monitoring.
- Reported changes in patient's mental health conditions to medical staff promptly.
Lead Patient Care Technician
UR Thompson Hospital / UR Highland Hospital
Canandaigua, New York
09.2013 - 06.2022
- Trained and mentored new patient care technicians on best practices and procedures.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety at all times.
- Ensured accuracy of patient records in electronic health record systems to facilitate effective communication and continuity of care.
- Performed EKGs and administered oxygen therapy under the direction of an RN or physician.
- Educated patients on proper use of medical equipment and medication administration to promote adherence to post-treatment care instructions.
- Supported nursing staff in delivering patient care and treatments to enhance patient outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations by maintaining confidentiality of patient information at all times.
- Observed patients' conditions, recorded information in patient charts, documented patient progress notes and notified nurses of any changes in condition or response to treatment.
- Collected blood samples using various venipuncture techniques and equipment.
Medical Assistant
NYOG
New York, New York
10.2004 - 05.2006
- Facilitated patient intake and registration processes to streamline workflow.
- Coordinated communication between patients and healthcare providers to ensure optimal care delivery.
- Documented patient medical histories and vital signs accurately in electronic records.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and treatment procedures.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to improve patient engagement.
Education
Associate of Science - Health & Human Services
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL08-2024
Medical Assistant Diploma - Medical Assistant
Drake College of Business
Elizabeth, NJ06-2003
High School Diploma -
Hudson County School Of Technology
Jersey City, NJ01-2002
Skills
- Resource allocation
- Client needs assessment
- Program evaluation
- Crisis intervention
- Documentation management
- Outreach strategy development
- Vitals
- EKG
- Phlebotomy
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Clinical and administrative support
- Emergency room procedures
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Mental Health First Aider
Timeline
Administrative Resource Specialist
Norwescap
06.2025 - 08.2026
Engagement Partner
AmeriCorps Program
09.2022 - 06.2025
Emergency Room Technician/Safety Technician
Atlantic Health System
09.2022 - 10.2024
Lead Patient Care Technician
UR Thompson Hospital / UR Highland Hospital
09.2013 - 06.2022
Medical Assistant
NYOG
10.2004 - 05.2006
Associate of Science - Health & Human Services
Ultimate Medical Academy
Medical Assistant Diploma - Medical Assistant
Drake College of Business
High School Diploma -
Hudson County School Of Technology