MARILYN AVALOS
Van Nuys
Summary
Looking for a job as a medical assistant in a reputable organization so I can use my education, experience, and talents while having the chance to grow.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
People Creating Success
Canoga Park
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Implemented individualized care plans to meet each client's specific requirements.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' quality of life.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Direct Support Professional
Access Home Care Inc
Chatsworth
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate client services and support.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their preferences and concerns.
- Implemented individualized care plans to meet each client's specific requirements.
Medical Assistant
Internal Medicine
Canoga Park
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures in a busy internal medicine practice.
- Collected and documented patient medical histories and vital signs with accuracy and attention.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
CASHIER
McDonald's
Sherman Oaks
08.2019 - 11.2022
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Education
Medical Assistant -
Valley College of Medical Careers
Canoga Park, CAHigh School Diploma -
Van Nuys High School
Van Nuys, CASkills
- Bilingual
- ICD-10 / CPT
- Medical Terminology
- Injections(ID,SC,IM)
- Venipuncture
- EKG
- Visual Acuity
- Capillary puncture
- Sterile field preparation
- Urine Dipstick's
- CPR card
- Charting and vitals
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
People Creating Success
01.2026 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Access Home Care Inc
07.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Internal Medicine
07.2024 - 07.2025
CASHIER
McDonald's
08.2019 - 11.2022
Medical Assistant -
Valley College of Medical Careers
High School Diploma -
Van Nuys High School