Sara Ruiz
Mesquite,Nevada
Summary
Professional with over 20 years of experience in clinical services, laboratory management, and patient relations. Proven track record as a Project Director, successfully managing multiple projects with a focus on timely completion and budget adherence. Expertise in strategic planning, risk management, and cross-functional team coordination, leading to enhanced efficiency and client satisfaction. Committed to leveraging extensive industry experience in a challenging role with growth opportunities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
HIV & Hepatitis C Project Director
Canyonlands Healthcare
Mesquite , Nevada
11.2023 - Current
- Oversaw technical staff, monitoring progress against established milestones throughout projects.
- Collaborated with senior management on strategic planning for new product launches.
- Developed strategies to adapt products based on emerging industry trends.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing project activities for upper management.
- Ensured adherence to safety standards during all project phases.
- Established processes for effective cross-functional communication between teams.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify and address development process improvements.
- Managed simultaneous projects, ensuring timely completion of deliverables.
Medical Assistant/Administrative Assistant
Canyonlands Healthcare
Beaver Dam , AZ
09.2021 - 11.2023
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Assisted with the planning of special events by arranging catering services, securing venues and ordering promotional materials.
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Provided administrative support to clinical staff as needed.
- Created spreadsheets in Excel for tracking purposes.
- Ordered office supplies and maintained inventory levels of medical supplies.
- Prepared reports, invoices, letters, or medical records using word processing, spreadsheet, or other software applications.
Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant/Administrative Assistant
Mesa View Regional Hospital
Mesquite, NV
11.2014 - 09.2021
- Entered patient, specimen, insurance, and billing information into computer system.
- Calibrated machines for urine analysis, glucose tests, and anticoagulant monitoring.
- Conducted standard tests including blood alcohol levels and drug screenings.
- Provided sample analysis results to physicians to facilitate accurate diagnoses.
- Ensured compliance with federal laboratory regulations and HIPAA guidelines.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories while maintaining integrity.
- Assisted clinical staff during patient visits and responded effectively to emergencies.
- Performed venipuncture procedures and collected specimens from diverse patient populations.
Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant
Laboratory Corporations of America
Mesquite, NV
07.2008 - 11.2014
- Performed venipuncture using vacuum tubes, syringes, and butterfly methods for blood collection.
- Executed dermal punctures for capillary blood draws using heel and fingerstick techniques.
- Entered patient, specimen, insurance, and billing information into electronic systems.
- Trained medical professionals on phlebotomy and laboratory procedures to enhance skill sets.
- Transported specimens from collection sites to laboratories for analysis.
- Organized research data into spreadsheets and databases for easy access.
- Identified areas of improvement in laboratory processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and policies governing laboratory operations.
Medical Assistant
Hartwell Family Practice
Mesquite, NV
08.2004 - 07.2008
- Record patient's medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results and medical records.
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations keeping the rooms neat and clean.
- Authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies.
- Clean and sterilized instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
- Perform routine laboratory test and sample analysis.
- Operate x-ray, electrocardiogram (EKG) or other equipment to administer routine diagnostic test.
- Inventory and order medical, Lab, or office supplies or equipment.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Marketing
Non-Profit Ready Org.
Online 07-2025
Graduate Certificate - Grant Seeking
Non-Profit Ready Org.
Online 07-2023
Graduate Certificate - Medical Administration
MSI
Online 03-2023
High School Diploma -
Dixie High School
Saint George, UT07.2004
Business Marketing - Business Administration
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Leadership and supervision
- Phlebotomy expertise
- Patient care
- Microsoft Word proficiency
- Employee training
- Coding skills
- Spanish fluency
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team collaboration
- Financial management
- Budget oversight
- Project scope development
- Client relations management
- Progress tracking
- Analytical thinking
- Effective communication
- Reliability and dependability
- Decision-making skills
- Strategic planning
- Public speaking skills
- Clinical supervision experience
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Healthcare policy knowledge
- Organizational development strategies
- Facility management expertise
- Emergency preparedness planning
- Healthcare marketing strategies
- Compliance with healthcare regulations
- Project oversight capabilities
- Stakeholder coordination skills
- HIPAA compliance knowledge
Timeline
HIV & Hepatitis C Project Director
Canyonlands Healthcare
11.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant/Administrative Assistant
Canyonlands Healthcare
09.2021 - 11.2023
Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant/Administrative Assistant
Mesa View Regional Hospital
11.2014 - 09.2021
Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant
Laboratory Corporations of America
07.2008 - 11.2014
Medical Assistant
Hartwell Family Practice
08.2004 - 07.2008
Graduate Certificate - Marketing
Non-Profit Ready Org.
Graduate Certificate - Grant Seeking
Non-Profit Ready Org.
Graduate Certificate - Medical Administration
MSI
High School Diploma -
Dixie High School
Business Marketing - Business Administration
College of Southern Nevada
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