Andrea Carrera
Canoga Park
Summary
Dedicated professional with a history of enhancing patient quality of life at The Variel of Woodland Hills. Excelled in multitasking and organization, coupled with compassionate care, to foster trust and strong relationships. Achieved significant improvements in patient care efficiency and satisfaction. Skilled in patient companionship and adept in medical assistance, demonstrating strong ethics and communication skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
The Variel of Woodland Hills
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Medical Assistant
Dr Nicholas Panagiotis
06.2019 - 07.2020
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
Assistant Manager
Burger King
01.2013 - 04.2018
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Education
High School - General Studies
C4l Academy
Irvine, CA07.2020
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Patient care
- Multitasking and organization
- Strong ethics
- Compassionate care
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Patient companionship
Certification
Medical Assistance
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Caregiver
The Variel of Woodland Hills
12.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Dr Nicholas Panagiotis
06.2019 - 07.2020
Assistant Manager
Burger King
01.2013 - 04.2018
Medical Assistance
High School - General Studies
C4l Academy
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