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Ronaldo Torres Jr

Edinburg,TX

Summary

Motivated Clinical Instructor excited to leverage 19-year background to develop new generation of highly skilled and highly knowledgeable nurses. Expert in incorporating instructional technology to enhance didactic and clinical instruction while providing students opportunities to improve hands-on skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant Instructor

Rio Grande Valley Vocational Services
La Joya, TX
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Taught didactic and lab components of courses such as Medical Terminology and Principles of Health Science in line with standardized curriculum.
  • Delivered education in line with governmental, accreditation and institutional policies and procedures.
  • Maintained student engagement and program retention by offering quality education and support for unique needs.
  • Helped students develop technical and soft skills necessary for successful medical assistant work.
  • Advised students one-on-one to help with educational and career planning decisions.
  • Guided and mentored students to fully develop abilities and knowledge outlined in course plans.
  • Passed out syllabi and informed students of course standards and learning objectives.
  • Managed daily operations by delivering laboratory instruction, curriculum implementation, student advisement and continuous improvement of industry best practices.
  • Upheld patient safety standards by supervising students during medication administration.

Radiology Assistant

South Texas Health System
Edinburg, TX
07.2004 - 10.2023
  • Verified type of radiology procedure prior to exams using HIPAA guidelines for two identifiers.
  • Provided assistance to physicians and other technologists during complex procedures.
  • Educated patients on diagnostic imaging processes and positioning and counseled patients to address concerns and answer inquiries.
  • Fostered relationships with patients to minimize anxiety and distress and enhance cooperation.
  • Greeted patients with warm smile and promoted individual comfort throughout procedures and scans while being as discrete as possible.
  • Wrote reports outlining findings of diagnostic testing and imaging services.
  • Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.
  • Offered assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured and disabled patients.
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient and medical record confidentiality.
  • Reset examination rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Oversaw work of junior personnel and students, correcting work and mentoring on techniques.
  • Prepared contrast material, radiopharmaceuticals and anesthetic or antispasmodic drugs under direction of radiologists.
  • Completed general administrative tasks to support radiology department.

Education

Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting

College For Helathcare Professions
McAllen
05-2023

High School Diploma -

Edinburg High School
Edinburg, TX
05-2004

Skills

  • Electronic Charting
  • Performance Assessment
  • Technique demonstration
  • Student Advising
  • Learning management system proficiency
  • Academic advisement
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Hands-on clinical instruction
  • Developing lesson plans
  • Medical Terminology
  • Evaluating student performance
  • Advising students
  • Clinical Supervision
  • Human anatomy and physiology
  • Report Preparation
  • Records Management
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Clerical Support
  • Document Management
  • Customer Service
  • Administrative Support
  • Organization and efficiency
  • Courteous and Professional
  • Data Entry
  • Office equipment operations
  • Documentation
  • Digital File Transmission
  • Visitor and Customer Relations
  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Collaboration
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Scheduling
  • Call Answering and Routing
  • Word Processing
  • Telephone and Email Etiquette
  • Office Equipment Maintenance
  • Reliable and Punctual
  • Microsoft Office
  • Scheduling and Calendar Management

Languages

Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Medical Assistant Instructor

Rio Grande Valley Vocational Services
10.2023 - 06.2024

Radiology Assistant

South Texas Health System
07.2004 - 10.2023

Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting

College For Helathcare Professions

High School Diploma -

Edinburg High School
Ronaldo Torres Jr