LESLY BARAHONA
Los Angeles
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven healthcare professional with over a decade of progressive clinical, operational, and administrative experience seeking a Healthcare Administrator position. Skilled in managing healthcare systems, leading interdisciplinary teams, and implementing strategic initiatives that enhance quality, compliance, and patient satisfaction. Committed to optimizing organizational efficiency, advancing policy implementation, and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence in patient-centered care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant / Administrative Support
UCLA Health
05.2024 - Current
- Coordinate clinic and ensures adherence to departmental policies/scheduling efficiency.
- Collaborate with physicians, managers to maximize patient throughput and minimize administrative lags.
- Maintain accurate and thorough EMR documentation; ensures billing/compliance.
- Process/prioritize patient calls, referrals, and prior authorizations to ensure continuity of care.
Clinical Supervisor/Medical Assistant
Cedars-Sinai Medical Group
11.2016 - 10.2023
- Oversaw administrative and clinical functions of a large specialty medical practice with a team of 30+ staff.
- Managed scheduling, staffing and patient-flow operations to meet departmental goals and accreditation standards.
- Created and executed new operational policies that improved workflow and reduced overtime costs.
- Collaborated with medical leadership on departmental budgets, resource planning and performance-enhancement initiatives.
- Provided staff training on infection control, data integrity, and compliance measures.
Program Coordinator / Medical Assistant
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
03.2014 - 04.2016
- Managed coordination of pediatric programs, including scheduling, communications, and resource logistics.
- Reviewed data related to patients and programs, identifying service gaps and opportunities for improvement.
- Aided in community outreach and health education efforts, broadening program reach and engagement.
- Supported administrators in financial documentation, compliance reporting, and tracking of grant funded projects.
Medical Assistant / Front Office Coordinator
FPA Women’s Health
09.2008 - 02.2012
- Delivered clinical and front-office support including patient scheduling, billing, and record management.
- Ensured insurance verification accuracy and maintained compliance with confidentiality and safety standards.
- Contributed to workflow enhancements that decreased appointment delays and elevated patient satisfaction.
Education
Bachelors - Health Care Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2026
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
West Coast Ultrasound Institute
Los Angeles, CA10.2023
Certified Medical Assistant -
American Career College
Los Angeles, CA07.2006
General Education -
Penn Foster High School
Scranton, PA07.2005
Skills
- Healthcare Operations and Strategic Planning
- Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management
- Leadership and Team Development
- Billing
- EMR and Health Technology
- Communication
- Reporting
- Patient-Centered Care
Additional Qualifications
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
- Technical Skills: Epic, NexGen, Microsoft Office Suite
- Known for leadership, reliability, and teamwork
Timeline
Medical Assistant / Administrative Support
UCLA Health
05.2024 - Current
Clinical Supervisor/Medical Assistant
Cedars-Sinai Medical Group
11.2016 - 10.2023
Program Coordinator / Medical Assistant
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
03.2014 - 04.2016
Medical Assistant / Front Office Coordinator
FPA Women’s Health
09.2008 - 02.2012
Bachelors - Health Care Administration
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
West Coast Ultrasound Institute
Certified Medical Assistant -
American Career College
General Education -
Penn Foster High School