Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic
Vanessa C. Sánchez

Vanessa C. Sánchez

INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL GRADUATE (IMG)
York,PA

Summary

Compassionate and skilled International Medical Graduate (IMG) with a medical degree from Dominican Republic and extensive experience in patient care. Completed USMLE Step 1 and Step 2, demonstrating a solid foundation in medical knowledge and clinical skills. Experienced at phlebotomy, electrocardiogram (EKG), vital sign measurement, and electronic health record (EHR) management. Committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care, with a focus on safety, comfort, and communication.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

CLINICAL CARE COORDINATOR

Essen Health Care
12.2021 - 01.2023
  • Assessed patients' medical and social needs, developing comprehensive care plans in collaboration with providers and caregivers.
  • Served as a primary contact, advocate, and resource for patients, ensuring effective communication between care teams, families, and community services.
  • Managed scheduling of appointments and transportation, facilitating access to medical and specialty care.
  • Educated patients on available community resources, connecting them with appropriate services to improve health outcomes.
  • Monitored patient adherence to treatment plans, supporting chronic disease management and preventive care.
  • Maintained accurate documentation using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.
  • Provided administrative and clinical supervision for care coordination staff, enhancing team efficiency and patient support.
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English, effectively communicating with diverse patient populations.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Dr. Sergio Sanchez
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Vital signs measurement (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, etc.) Administering injections and medications (as permitted by state law)
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG) administration
  • Patient scheduling and appointment coordination
  • Electronic Medical Records (EMR) management (e.g., Epic, eClinicalWorks)
  • HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Team collaboration in fast-paced healthcare settings

PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN

Minister of Public Health of Dominican Republic
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Educated patients on HIV transmission, treatment adherence, and lifestyle modifications to improve health outcomes.
  • Managed comorbidities, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and opportunistic infections, ensuring comprehensive patient care.
  • Monitored long-term effects of HIV, regularly assessing immune function (CD4 count), viral load suppression, and ART-related side effects.
  • Encouraged adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) to prevent resistance and maintain viral suppression.
  • Provided recommendations for preventative care and vaccinations (pneumococcal, hepatitis B, influenza) based on immune status and current guidelines.

Education

Healthcare Training -

Institue
Union City, NJ
03.2018 - 02.2019

M.D. - Medicine

Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre Y Maestra (PUCMM)
Santiago, Dom Rep
08.2008 - 01.2015

Skills

Active listening skills

Certification

Patient Care Technician (PCT)

Timeline

CLINICAL CARE COORDINATOR

Essen Health Care
12.2021 - 01.2023

Patient Care Technician (PCT)

02-2019

Healthcare Training -

Institue
03.2018 - 02.2019

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Dr. Sergio Sanchez
01.2018 - 01.2019

PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN

Minister of Public Health of Dominican Republic
01.2015 - 01.2016

M.D. - Medicine

Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre Y Maestra (PUCMM)
08.2008 - 01.2015

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Vanessa C. SánchezINTERNATIONAL MEDICAL GRADUATE (IMG)