Valeria Herrera
San Diego,CA
Summary
Professional with deep expertise in pediatric healthcare, adept at supporting medical teams and enhancing patient care. Strong background in clinical procedures, patient education, and administrative tasks. Known for strong collaboration skills, adaptability, and delivering outcomes in dynamic environment. Highly reliable and skilled in patient interaction, medical documentation, and assisting with examinations.
Experienced with healthcare procedures and patient assistance. Utilizes strong organizational skills to maintain efficient office operations and support patient care. Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical protocols ensures smooth coordination and effective patient communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Medical Assistant
Neighborhood Healthcare
01.2023 - Current
- Administered vaccinations and medications for timely delivery of essential treatments.
- Prepared examination rooms with necessary equipment and supplies, optimizing efficiency during appointments.
- Proactively addressed parent concerns regarding their child''s health, providing reassurance while working closely with physicians to develop appropriate care plans.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and efficient pediatric care.
- Reduced errors by verifying medication dosages before administration as per physician orders.
- Ensured patients'' privacy was protected through careful handling of confidential information according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Contributed to a safe environment by adhering to strict infection control protocols at all times.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Medical Assistant
Cardiology of Southern California
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Improved patient satisfaction, efficiently managing appointment schedules and reducing wait times.
Food Service Worker
Little Caesars Pizza
04.2019 - 04.2022
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Education
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Concorde Career College
San Diego, CA06-2022
High School Diploma -
Montgomery High School
San Diego, CA06-2019
Skills
- Hearing and vision screening
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Immunization administration
- Adolescent health
- Newborn care
- Developmental screening
- Lab specimen collection
- Willingness to learn
- Teamwork
- Vital signs documentation
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Operating EKG equipment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical record management
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital sign monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Clinical documentation
- Phlebotomy
- CPR
- Medical procedures
- Professionalism and ethics
- First aid
- Equipment sterilization
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- OB/GYN procedures
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Pediatric Medical Assistant
Neighborhood Healthcare
01.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Cardiology of Southern California
04.2022 - 01.2023
Food Service Worker
Little Caesars Pizza
04.2019 - 04.2022
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Concorde Career College
High School Diploma -
Montgomery High School
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