Paula Hernandez
Houston,TX
Summary
Healthcare technician with a strong drive to contribute to the healthcare industry in a support or administrative role. Possessing 10 years of experience in healthcare and over 17 years in administrative positions, I offer a unique blend of expertise to any team. Recognized for my ability to quickly grasp new concepts and apply them effectively, I am dedicated to delivering high-quality results. With an enthusiastic and personable demeanor, I aim to create a positive and collaborative work environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Harris Health System
10.2018 - Current
- Obtain vital signs
- Transport patient in wheelchair to lobby
- Stock medical supplies
- EKG’s
- UPT tests
- Check blood glucose
- Customer service via telephone in person
- Assists patients’ personal needs
- Obtain lab specimen and deliver it to lab
- Call to confirm or cancel patients’ appointments
- Print and sort out nurses assignments for following day
Patient Care Technician
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
09.2014 - 09.2018
- Promptly answer call lights
- Restock pod supplies (gowns, masks, gloves, etc.)
- Assist with patients’ everyday needs and tasks (bathing, feeding, repositioning, bed changes, etc.)
- Check glucose level
- Remove Foleys and IVs
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
Student Worker
University of St. Thomas
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Assist students with questions and concerns
- Assistant to the dean
- Assistant to the graduate program of business coordinator
- Answer phone calls
- Filing
- Taking minutes during meetings
Income Tax Representative
Accounting Plus
01.2007 - 04.2014
- Filing
- Cash handling
- Assist customers with questions and concerns
- Input income tax returns (1040, 1099, Schedule A, etc.)
- Keep supplies and apparatus in order
Education
Associate Degree in Science -
Houston Community College
06.2013
Associate Degree in Arts -
Houston Community College
06.2012
High School Diploma -
Stephen F. Austin High School
01.2008
Skills
- Excellent spoken and written communication skills
- Dedicated and careful
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Skilled in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Excel
- Skilled in EPIC
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
Certification
CPR/BLS Life Support, 10/01/18, 10/01/20, TX05888, Harris County Hospital District
Majorstrengths
- Highly skilled in working with people from different backgrounds
- Empathetic and a respectful approach towards patients
- Proven record of tact and sensitivity, predominantly when helping patients with personal care
- Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Excellent sense of humor and patience
- Possess a responsive and caring personality
- Fluent in English and Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Harris Health System
10.2018 - Current
Patient Care Technician
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
09.2014 - 09.2018
Student Worker
University of St. Thomas
09.2013 - 05.2014
Income Tax Representative
Accounting Plus
01.2007 - 04.2014
Associate Degree in Arts -
Houston Community College
High School Diploma -
Stephen F. Austin High School
Associate Degree in Science -
Houston Community College
Similar Profiles
Maria NavarroMaria Navarro
Licensed Vocational Nurse at Harris Health System - Strawberry Health CenterLicensed Vocational Nurse at Harris Health System - Strawberry Health Center
Daniel BarzmanDaniel Barzman
Chief Compliance Officer at COMMUNITY HEALTH CHOICE/HARRIS HEALTH SYSTEMChief Compliance Officer at COMMUNITY HEALTH CHOICE/HARRIS HEALTH SYSTEM
Tawanna PettyTawanna Petty
HIV Counselor at Harris Health System, Thomas Street Health CenterHIV Counselor at Harris Health System, Thomas Street Health Center
Ruth HernandezRuth Hernandez
Social Worker Case Manager II at Harris Health SystemSocial Worker Case Manager II at Harris Health System
SHARON GUERREROSHARON GUERRERO
Logistics Specialist at Army National GuardLogistics Specialist at Army National Guard