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Zaira Espinoza

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Detail-oriented professional counseling graduate student with excellent communication skills including an extensive experience in the medical field and a willingness to learn. Aiming to leverage my abilities to effectively fill a position in your company.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Therapist Intern

Dehp Therapeutic
Phoenix, AZ
01.2025 - Current
  • Participate in regular case reviews with other clinicians to discuss client progress.
  • Monitor client's progress throughout the course of therapy by tracking goals set in treatment plan.
  • Create documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.
  • Develope individualized therapeutic interventions based on diagnosis and best practices in the field of mental health counseling.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for each client.
  • Maintain accurate records of clinical activity in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
  • Utilize a variety of techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices during sessions.
  • Assist clients in developing coping skills to better manage symptoms of mental illness or emotional distress.
  • Facilitate group therapy sessions for clients with similar issues or diagnoses.
  • Attend trainings, workshops related to current trends in the field of psychology, mental health counseling.
  • Educate clients on evidence-based treatments to enhance their understanding of the therapeutic process.

Field Counselor & Treatment Plan Coach

Tree of Life
Mesa, AZ
12.2022 - Current
  • Provide individual, family, and group counseling sessions for clients face to face and via telehealth.
  • Implement therapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness training., into practice.
  • Develop treatment plans to address client needs.
  • Conduct mental health assessments with clients in order to determine appropriate interventions.
  • Facilitate psychoeducational workshops on various topics related to mental health.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and treatment plans.
  • Develop crisis intervention strategies for individuals facing difficult situations or events.
  • Participate in regular team meetings to discuss case management issues and plan services for clients.
  • Document meetings, interventions and contacts with clients to optimize care.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists and case managers.
  • Work with clients with a variety of diagnosis, children and adults, including high trauma cases.
  • Manage a case load of over 30 clients a week.
  • Assist other counselors and BHT's with one on one training on assessments and treatment plans.
  • Conduct all assessments, treatment plans, and sessions for Spanish speaking clients.

Telemedicine Assistant Trainer

Red Mountain Weight Loss
Scottsdale, AZ
05.2009 - 12.2022
  • Conducted weight loss consultations with patients
  • Trained new hires for the telemedicine department
  • Completed administrative management tasks upon requests
  • Adjusted trainings based on training needs & develop new methods for trainees to retain information
  • Coordinated continuing education training classes for staff to develop employee performance.
  • Provided constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to keep employees motivated.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Educated patients on weight loss programs, medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Translated office visits in Spanish when needed in location
  • Ordered patient Medication through the pharmacy

Medical Assistant

Red Mountain Weight Loss
Scottsdale, Arizona, AZ
10.2017 - 10.2020
  • Obtained patient vital signs, EKG's, and blood draws
  • Conducted Weight Loss consultations with patients
  • Set up injectable procedures
  • Ordered medication, bi-weekly operational supplies & called in special Rx into the pharmacy
  • Completed all Administrative assistant tasks
  • Traveled to other locations as directed by Operations
  • Helped with the training of new Medical Assistants
  • Assist with video visits during COVID-19 office closures
  • Translated written company forms & evaluations in Spanish

Medical Assistant

Red Mountain Weight Loss
Phoenix, AZ
06.2014 - 05.2017
  • Transferred to Assist with the new opening of the Arcadia location
  • Assisted with any additional training needed in the Tucson, Arizona locations
  • Set up hormone and injectable procedures
  • Obtained patient vital signs, EKG's, and blood draws
  • Conducted Weight Loss consultations with patients
  • Ordered medication, bi-weekly operational supplies & called in special Rx into the pharmacy
  • Completed all Administrative assistant tasks
  • Traveled to other locations as directed by Operations
  • Trained new Medical Assistants
  • Created new policies and procedure protocols
  • Worked directly with all outside vendors

Assistant Manager/Lead Medical Assistant

Red Mountain Weight Loss
Mesa, Arizona, AZ
04.2013 - 06.2014
  • Oversaw daily office operations for a team of six employees
  • Monitored, ordered, and inventoried controlled substances, medication, and maintained constant contact with vendors and Pharmacists
  • Responded and coached staff appropriately based on personal, survey and patient complaints
  • Processed invoices, made cash deposits, and conducted a monthly inventory reported to the company Controller
  • Reported a weekly Managers Production Report to the Director of Operations
  • Conducted and assisted with daily and monthly meetings
  • Preformed all previous Medical Assistant duties listed as needed
  • Trained all new Medical Assistants for the three east valley locations

Medical Assistant

CoolSculpting Body Contourist/MA
Glendale, AZ
05.2012 - 05.2013
  • Performed all Medical Assistant duties previously listed
  • Consulted and evaluated patients interested in receiving a body contoured treatment
  • Treated patients while using equipment as delegated by a licensed professional
  • Consulted patient 3 months post treatment for advanced care Attended extensive CoolSculpting trainings
  • Assisted with the new location opened in other cities in Arizona

Medical Assistant

Red Mountain Weight Loss
Glendale, Arizona, AZ
05.2009 - 05.2012
  • Conducted Weight Loss consultations with patients
  • Obtained patient vital signs, EKG's, and blood draws
  • Set up hormone and injectable procedures
  • Completed all Administrative assistant tasks
  • Created new Spanish forms as directed by HQ
  • Translated Visits in Spanish

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
12-2025

Bachelor’s degree of Arts - Psychology

Arizona State University
12.2021

Medical Assistant Diploma -

Anthem College - Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
05.2008

Skills

  • Bilingual in Spanish
  • Highly dependable
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Detail-oriented
  • Exceedingly organized
  • Communication and Interpersonal Connection
  • Self-starter
  • Active Listening
  • Motivational leadership and Coaching skills
  • Emotional Awareness

Internships

  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • Fingerprint Clearance Card
  • TB testing

Timeline

Therapist Intern

Dehp Therapeutic
01.2025 - Current

Field Counselor & Treatment Plan Coach

Tree of Life
12.2022 - Current

Medical Assistant

Red Mountain Weight Loss
10.2017 - 10.2020

Medical Assistant

Red Mountain Weight Loss
06.2014 - 05.2017

Assistant Manager/Lead Medical Assistant

Red Mountain Weight Loss
04.2013 - 06.2014

Medical Assistant

CoolSculpting Body Contourist/MA
05.2012 - 05.2013

Telemedicine Assistant Trainer

Red Mountain Weight Loss
05.2009 - 12.2022

Medical Assistant

Red Mountain Weight Loss
05.2009 - 05.2012

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor’s degree of Arts - Psychology

Arizona State University

Medical Assistant Diploma -

Anthem College - Phoenix

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