Natalie Cervantes
San Diego
Summary
Highly adaptable and eager learner, embraces the opportunity to acquire new skills rapidly. Tackles daily challenges with a flexible mindset and a willingness to embrace change. Strong ability to adapt, poised to excel in dynamic work environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
San Diego Mesa College
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted physicians and nurses in providing patient care, including taking vital signs, collecting specimens, and administering medications
- Managed patient scheduling and ensured timely appointments for efficient workflow
- Maintained accurate medical records by documenting patient information, test results, and treatment plans
- Prepared examination rooms by sterilizing equipment and ensuring availability of necessary supplies
- Educated patients on medication instructions, post-treatment care, and preventive measures to promote overall wellness
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as blood draws, urinalysis, and EKGs with precision and adherence to safety protocols
- Coordinated referrals to specialists or diagnostic facilities based on physician recommendations
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures by preparing sterile instruments and providing support during the procedure
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment to ensure availability for daily use
Medication Technician
Grand Brook Memory Care
12.2022 - 04.2024
- Administer prescribed medication to patients and provide support to nurses and healthcare professionals
- Updating records and medical forms
- Offering medications to patients
Physical Therapy Aide
Euclid Physical Therapy
01.2019 - 10.2022
- Assisted front desk by answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing documents and processing payments
- Enhanced patient comfort and safety by setting up equipment, preparing treatment areas, and positioning patients as needed
- Increased patient engagement with therapeutic exercises through clear instruction, demonstration, and consistent encouragement
- Contributed to positive patient outcomes by closely monitoring progress and providing timely updates to supervising therapists
- Optimized scheduling efficiency through coordination with administrative staff members, minimizing appointment conflicts for both therapists and patients
- Provided empathetic support to patients experiencing difficult emotions related to their injury or illness while under supervision from a licensed therapist
- Maintained strict compliance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring the privacy and confidentiality of sensitive patient information at all times
- Recorded patient status in progress notes
Caregiver/Personal Assistant
South Bay Post Acute Center
07.2017 - 05.2020
- Assist residents with all activities of daily living
- Conduct resident rounds as assigned
- Complete all ADL's accurately including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from activities
Education
Associate's degree - Allied health
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA03.2025
GED -
GED.com
07.2024
Skills
- Vital signs
- Bilingual
- Communication skills
- Working with people with developmental disabilities
- Patient monitoring
- Computer skills
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Medication administration
- Patient Care
- Medical terminology
- HIPAA
- Physiology knowledge
- Caregiving
- HIPAA compliance
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient scheduling
- Clinical documentation
- Vital sign monitoring
- Wound care
- Inventory and supply management
- Medical records management
- Basic life support
- Phlebotomy techniques
Certification
CPR Certification
Willing To Relocate
- San Diego, CA
- El Cajon, CA
- National City, CA
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
San Diego Mesa College
09.2024 - 05.2025
Medication Technician
Grand Brook Memory Care
12.2022 - 04.2024
Physical Therapy Aide
Euclid Physical Therapy
01.2019 - 10.2022
Caregiver/Personal Assistant
South Bay Post Acute Center
07.2017 - 05.2020
Associate's degree - Allied health
San Diego Mesa College
GED -
GED.com
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