Paula Becerra
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
General Surgical Associates
8122 Datapoint Dr. Ste. 320
09.2012 - Current
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide coordinated care for patients in various settings.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Student Nurse
Pam Specialty Hospital
8902 Floyd Curl Drive
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Supported efficient operations during clinical rotations by completing assigned tasks promptly while adhering to established guidelines.
Student Nurse
Metropolitan Methodist Hospital And Methodist Hosp
1310 McCullough Avenue/7700 Floyd Curl Dr.
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Supported efficient operations during clinical rotations by completing assigned tasks promptly while adhering to established guidelines.
- Consistently provided emotional support for patients experiencing stress or anxiety related to their medical conditions or treatment plans.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lanier High School
San AntonioLicensed Vocational Nurse
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, Tx06.2024
Skills
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Clear Communication
- Updating Medical Records
- Sterile technique
- Medical Assistant
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Fluent in Spanish
Accomplishments
Received Employee of the year award (2020)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Student Nurse
Pam Specialty Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024
Student Nurse
Metropolitan Methodist Hospital And Methodist Hosp
10.2023 - 12.2023
Medical Assistant
General Surgical Associates
09.2012 - Current
High School Diploma -
Lanier High School
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Galen College of Nursing