Vanessa Benavides
Torrance,CA
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist with over 5 years of experience in dermatology, front and back office operations, and patient care. Proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities in fast-paced environments while delivering exceptional patient service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/Bartender/Assisting chefs/Arranging Layout/Organizing Special allergies
Hungry Bear Catering
Los Angeles, CA
11.2024 - Current
- Assist with event setup and dining layout.
- Serve food and beverages and provide bartending support.
- Coordinate meal accommodations for guests with food allergies.
- Prepare and deliver specialty plates
- Improve team morale and efficiency, leading by example and offering support during peak hours.
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
- PRN (On Call)
Dispatch/Secretary
Alaya Trucking Company
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
07.2015 - Current
- Coordinate drivers schedules and dispatch routes.
- Monitor shipment tracking and delivery status.
- Book loads and communicated with brokers and customers.
- Manage delays, route changes, and empty load coordination.
- Organize expenses receipts and administrative records.
- Promote a positive image of the organization through clear communication both internally with colleagues and externally with clients.
- Weekends Only
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist/Front Desk Coordinator
Dr.Gebhard Dermatology Associates
Redondo Beach, CA
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Verified insurance eligibility
- Handled billing procedures accurately, ensuring prompt payment from both patients and insurance providers.
- Created and maintained patient charts and medical records.
- Coordinated prescriptions and medication refills.
- Improved accuracy of patient data with meticulous record-keeping.
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations.
- Prepared exam rooms, biopsy trays, Mohs surgery trays, and surgical packs.
- Assisted physicians during surgeries and cosmetic procedures.
- Performed phlebotomy and specimen collection.
- Documented surgical notes and patient information in medical records.
- Maintained sterilization of instruments and stocked treatment rooms.
- Supported cosmetic procedures including IPL, Botox, Fillers, Fraxel, Laser hair removal and injections.
Education
Certification For Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
UEI College
10-2018
Skills
- Data entry
- Filing
- Multi-line phone talent
- Recordkeeping strengths
- Appointment scheduling
- Microsoft Office Suite
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Server/Bartender/Assisting chefs/Arranging Layout/Organizing Special allergies
Hungry Bear Catering
11.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist/Front Desk Coordinator
Dr.Gebhard Dermatology Associates
10.2019 - 05.2022
Dispatch/Secretary
Alaya Trucking Company
07.2015 - Current
Certification For Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
UEI College