Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Personal Qualities
Certification
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VANESSA GONZALEZ

Miami,FL

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive experience, skilled in administering IM injections, and assisting in minor spinal and surgical procedures. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I excel in patient care and possess strong problem-solving abilities, ensuring efficient and compassionate support in high-pressure environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Ceda Orthopedic Group
Miami, FL
03.2019 - Current
  • Assisted physicians in performing spine blocks and intra-articular injections.
  • Administered IM injections, medications, and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures, primarily in orthopedic care.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Collected blood and urine samples from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.

Intern

Baptist Hospital
Managua, Nicaragua
03.2017 - 03.2018
  • During my internship, I had hands-on experience in the following specialties:
  • Internal Medicine
  • General Surgery
  • Pediatrics
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Three months each hospital rotation, a total of approximately. 1,920 hours, plus night shifts every four days.
  • Managua, Nicaragua

Education

Doctor in Medicine and Surgery -

American University (UAM)
Managua, Nicaragua
06.2018

Skills

  • Bilingual - English and Spanish
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) – CPR and AED certified
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
  • X-ray and EKG operation
  • Record the patient's medical history and vital sign measurements
  • Administer IM injections or medications
  • Collect blood and urine samples for laboratory diagnosis
  • Minor surgical assistance
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • MS Windows proficient

Personal Qualities

  • Able to work as part of a team and under pressure
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Honest and Responsible
  • Fast learner and multitasker
  • Detail oriented
  • Strong work ethic

Certification

  • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) – CPR and AED Certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Ceda Orthopedic Group
03.2019 - Current

Intern

Baptist Hospital
03.2017 - 03.2018

Doctor in Medicine and Surgery -

American University (UAM)
VANESSA GONZALEZ