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Sol Villasenor

Sol Villasenor

Provo,UT

Summary

Highly motivated individual with a strong desire to take on new challenges and learn new skills. I adjust and adapt quickly to new workplace environments. I am committed to growing and advancing my career while gaining a strong sense of personal fulfillment at the end of the day.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Community Health Worker & Medical Interpreter

Summit County Health Department
Park City, UT
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Supported Summit County Health Department by engaging with diverse rural communities to assess and address health needs.
  • Served as community liaison and patient navigator, advocating for clients and facilitating access to healthcare services.
  • Assisted individuals with navigating the healthcare systems and helping them enroll in governmental programs such as Medicaid, CHIP, WIC, and SNAP.
  • Delivered information on financial assistance, legal aid, housing, and other resources to empower individuals in need.
  • Assisted with patient referrals to appropriate community resources and interacted with community members to provide information on advocacy and referral services.
  • Conducted home interpretation visits with nurses to assess the health needs of patients and their families.
  • Translated written healthcare text from handouts and brochures to prepare printed medical information.
  • Interpreted verbal and written information during medical examinations and phone interpretation.

Intake Coordinator & Legal investigator

Craig Swapp & Associates
Sandy, UT
08.2022 - 09.2023
  • Intake specialist managing the Spanish referrals for the three offices in WA, ID, and UT.
  • Managed initial interactions with potential clients, streamlined case onboarding, and facilitated client retention.
  • Demonstrated empathy and persuasion during phone interactions with clients.
  • Responded to client inquiries, ensuring clarity while refraining from legal advice.
  • Scheduled clients appointments with our in-home investigators to complete comprehensive information with subjects.
  • Conducted initial interviews with potential clients in-office or over the phone to gather key case details.
  • Assess case viability by asking relevant questions and identifying whether it aligns with the firm's practice areas.
  • Collected photographs, videos, and other materials pertinent to investigations to build a strong case.
  • Analyzed evidence and documents to determine liability.
  • Coordinated with external agencies to ensure the timely processing of referrals given.
  • Provided referrals to appropriate community resources for clients not eligible to sign up with our firm.

Community Health Worker & Case Manager

Health Access Project
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2020 - 08.2022

Liaison Case Manager with the University of Utah hospitals and clinics, with the Patient Referral Program.

  • Assisted the underserved communities of Salt Lake County in accessing health programs and general resources.
  • Interacted with hospitals' clinic staff and coalition members to provide a full range of health, medical, and human services to project-eligible clients.
  • Coordinated patient care management to decrease the inappropriate use of the ER by uninsured and under-insured patients.
  • Conducted one-on-one case management services, including screening, assessment, education, health care plan development, and follow-up services to project-eligible clients.
  • Entering referrals and prior authorizations on EHR software.
  • Coordination with medical interpretation.
  • Adhere to safety, confidentiality, and data security policies and procedures (HIPAA).
  • Assessed the needs of community members and provided ongoing services based on demand.
  • Completed the Social Determinants of Health intake provided for every resource referral made.
  • Research and understand new services and programs available for the community.
  • Collaborated with multiple agencies, serving community members, and connecting clients to needed resources.
  • Monitor and provide monthly statistics on the number of clients, community members served, and community health worker outcome measures.
  • Actively participate in team-building staff meetings and inter-agency meetings.
  • Attending outreach events to promote Health Access Project services.

Family Assistant & Child Caregiver

Snyder's
Salt Lake City, Utah
05.2017 - 06.2022

Served as family assistant to former Utah Jazz head coach Quin Snyder, managing children's care with a focus on punctuality, organization, and time management.

  • Coordinated daily activities and schedules to ensure efficient household operations.
  • Oversaw household staff, fostering a cooperative and efficient environment.
  • Supervising and attending children.
  • Tutoring the children in Spanish.
  • Transporting children to and from school and extra-curricular activities and appointments.
  • Provided Ski Instructing lessons based on my previous experience.
  • Being a Jedi.

Elderly Caregiver

Booth's
Salt Lake City, Utah
04.2019 - 07.2020

Temporary PT job position to provide compassionate assistance for elderly clients with their daily living activities.

  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate healthcare plans for clients.
  • Maintained effective communication with other caregivers, and healthcare providers.
  • Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
  • Assisted clients with mobility and transportation needs to ensure safety.
  • Helped with light housekeeping, and daily house chores.
  • Assisting with food preparation, grocery shopping, and personal errands.
  • Providing transportation to doctor’s appointments.
  • Provided companionship to strengthen bond and connection.

Certified Ski Instructor

Brighton Resort
Cottonwood Canyon, UT
11.2009 - 03.2020
  • Seasonal hospitality job that required high customer service while working with small children, youth, and their parents.
  • Highly motivated ski coach with a desire to help others reach a wide range of goals with different individual needs.
  • Work relations and collaboration with staff members from other departments.
  • Guest feedback and student return rate.
  • Teaching snow skiing sports to individuals of various ages, both in and out of the snow.
  • Making customers feel comfortable and safe, and breaking down the information in a manner they can understand.
  • Ability to calm individuals and groups during high-stress situations and help build long-lasting confidence in my students and their parents.
  • Develop technical knowledge and physical skiing abilities by participating in educational clinics.
  • Keeping equipment in good working order with frequent inspections and minor repairs.
  • Delivering essential life support in emergencies before the ski patrol's arrival.

Sushi Chef

Cliff House Gastro Pub
Draper, UT
08.2015 - 02.2017
  • Trained on the job as a dishwasher and became a sushi chef later.
  • Assisted head chef in designing sushi plates, creating menus, and collaborating with restaurant staff to enhance dining experience.
  • Delivered high-level customer service in fast-paced environment, contributing to increased customer satisfaction.
  • Assembled custom sushi rolls at the request of the customers.
  • Prepared and organized sushi stations for efficient service during busy hours.
  • Cleaned, cut, and prepared fish for sushi dishes and rolls with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes.
  • Prepared sauces, sushi rice, and ingredients for the sushi area.
  • Efficiently handled multiple orders simultaneously during peak hours.
  • Coordinated with wait staff to ensure accurate cooking of orders, accommodating special requests and food allergies.
  • Followed proper food handling techniques to ensure the safety of customers.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff and servers regarding customer orders.

Appointment Scheduler & Spanish Interpreter

Planned Parenthood of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
12.2013 - 06.2015
  • Clerical and administrative job position at a high-volume call center and the clinic.
  • The primary advocate for reception and conference room management.
  • Patient educator and Spanish interpreter.
  • Provided solid administrative support to the facilities team by answering incoming calls from our medical health providers and patients.
  • Scheduled and followed up on appointments with clinical staff.
  • Addressed customer care questions regarding Planned Parenthood's services and directed those individuals to the correct resources.
  • Provided patient education on sexually transmitted diseases and confidential test results over the phone to patients.
  • Assisted the clinic staff with Spanish interpretation.
  • Assisted the primary RN with patient meetings and legal consent policies regarding abortion procedures.
  • Support for the telephone switchboard console and routing of calls to appropriate people or locations.

Chairside Dental Assistant

Young Family Dental/Emergency Dental Care
Salt Lake City, UT
04.2006 - 10.2008
  • Full-time dental assistant and front office assistant.
  • I assisted several doctors in two dental practices in different areas of dentistry.
  • Efficiently managed multiple duties while providing essential support to the dental team and patients, contributing to the smooth operation of the practice.
  • Trained the newly hired assistants to fill key positions and maximize productivity.
  • Provided constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to keep trainees motivated.
  • Preparing and organizing the OP rooms and tools for dentists who need to work on patients.
  • Assisted the dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, dental charting, and patient medical history.
  • Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
  • Checked with participants throughout the procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
  • Educated patients on treatment procedures, post-procedure home care, and proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
  • Documenting patient records with procedures performed, adding notes to charts using dental software, and observing confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms, and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness, and prepare for the next patient.
  • Built a loyal patient following and retained returning patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
  • Acted as a Spanish interpreter.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Universidad De Guadalajara

Dental Radiology -

Weber State University

Community Health Worker & Medical Interpreter -

Utah Department of Health & Human Services

Developmentalist -

Utah State Development Center

LDS Missionary -

Missionary Training Center

Skills

  • Client care and advocacy
  • Case management in healthcare
  • Coordination of referrals
  • Advocacy for resources
  • Interpretation in medical settings
  • Expertise in medical terminology
  • Knowledge of legal terminology
  • Compliance with HIPAA regulations
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Outreach to communities
  • Competency in cultural awareness
  • Detail-oriented approach
  • Ability to multitask effectively
  • Skills in problem-solving
  • Effective interpersonal communication
  • Relations in hospitality and guest services
  • Adaptability

Timeline

Community Health Worker & Medical Interpreter

Summit County Health Department
09.2023 - 06.2024

Intake Coordinator & Legal investigator

Craig Swapp & Associates
08.2022 - 09.2023

Community Health Worker & Case Manager

Health Access Project
08.2020 - 08.2022

Elderly Caregiver

Booth's
04.2019 - 07.2020

Family Assistant & Child Caregiver

Snyder's
05.2017 - 06.2022

Sushi Chef

Cliff House Gastro Pub
08.2015 - 02.2017

Appointment Scheduler & Spanish Interpreter

Planned Parenthood of Utah
12.2013 - 06.2015

Certified Ski Instructor

Brighton Resort
11.2009 - 03.2020

Chairside Dental Assistant

Young Family Dental/Emergency Dental Care
04.2006 - 10.2008

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Universidad De Guadalajara

Dental Radiology -

Weber State University

Community Health Worker & Medical Interpreter -

Utah Department of Health & Human Services

Developmentalist -

Utah State Development Center

LDS Missionary -

Missionary Training Center
Sol Villasenor