MANUEL MERCADO
Reseda
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional transitioning into the healthcare field with strong experience in customer service, client interaction, safety, and communication. Seeking a clinical experience opportunity to apply CCMA training, support patients, and build hands-on clinical skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Armed Security Officer
Guarded Security
07.2025 - Current
- Reduced vandalism and criminal activity by keeping close eye on premises through personal checks and CCTV monitoring.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Controlled access to property to secure facility and grounds from unauthorized entry.
Personal Trainer / Yoga Instructor / Nutrition Coach
Unbroken Spirit Fitness
04.2021 - Current
- Coached clients in fitness, yoga, and nutrition while ensuring safety and proper technique.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
Armed Security Guard
Aliied Universal
02.2022 - 03.2024
- Ensured safety of staff and public in high-traffic environments.
- Applied situational awareness, crisis management, and professionalism.
- Completed accurate incident reporting and documentation.
Uber Driver
Uber Technologies Inc.
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Transported passengers safely with strong communication and reliability.
- Maintained exceptional customer service and time management.
- Cleaned and sanitized rideshare vehicle to avoid germ and infection spread.
Driving Instructor
Drivers Ed Solutions
08.2015 - 02.2017
- Provided structured driving lessons while maintaining safety.
- Documented student progress and delivered clear, patient instruction.
- Evaluated student performance and documented progress and goals.
Education
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - CCMA
Cengage / NHA
No Degree - Yoga Intructor
Mimansa Yoga
Rishikesh, India04-2024
No Degree - Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach
ISSA CPT
Online09-2022
High School Diploma -
Pablo Colon Berdecia
Puerto Rico05-2003
Skills
- Patient communication
- Customer service excellence
- Health, fitness & wellness knowledge
- De-escalation & conflict resolution
- Vital signs (training) & clinical readiness
- Detailed documentation
- Professionalism & confidentiality
Certification
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (In Progress)
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
- Certified Yoga Instructor – 200hr YTT, Rishikesh
- Certified Nutrition Coach
- CPR/AED Certified
- California Driver's License
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Yoga
Timeline
Armed Security Officer
Guarded Security
07.2025 - Current
Armed Security Guard
Aliied Universal
02.2022 - 03.2024
Personal Trainer / Yoga Instructor / Nutrition Coach
Unbroken Spirit Fitness
04.2021 - Current
Uber Driver
Uber Technologies Inc.
05.2017 - 03.2020
Driving Instructor
Drivers Ed Solutions
08.2015 - 02.2017
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - CCMA
Cengage / NHA
No Degree - Yoga Intructor
Mimansa Yoga
No Degree - Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach
ISSA CPT
High School Diploma -
Pablo Colon Berdecia