PATRICIA RODARTE
Fresno
Summary
Bilingual healthcare professional with over 10 years in direct patient care and coordination across diverse settings. Expertise includes medication administration, EKGs, and effective communication with healthcare teams to enhance patient well-being and access to care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Provider
IHSS In-Home Support Services
Fresno
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted with daily living activities, medication reminders, meal preparation, appointment scheduling, and transportation to medical visits, enhancing client comfort and well-being.
- Promoted client independence while ensuring a safe and supportive environment, fostering confidence and dignity.
- Monitored oxygen levels and client well-being, communicated concerns to family members and healthcare providers to ensure timely interventions.
- Provide in-home care and support to elderly and disabled individuals.
Medical Assistant
Wellpath
Fresno
02.2018 - 02.2024
- Performed phlebotomy, laboratory specimen collection, drug testing, EKGs, vital signs, and provider-ordered clinical procedures.
- Provided patient care in a fast-paced correctional healthcare environment serving a diverse population.
- Worked directly with physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, psychiatric providers, and mental health staff to support patient care and treatment plans.
- Assisted healthcare team in Fresno County Jail by providing direct patient care and support.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling, medical documentation, continuity of care, and healthcare service coordination to enhance patient access and support.
- Oversaw high patient volumes while ensuring professionalism, accuracy, and adherence to healthcare regulations, contributing to quality patient care.
- Performed intake screenings, drug testing, and health assessments for newly incarcerated individuals, addressing needs of patients with intoxication, behavioral health concerns, and crisis situations.
- Maintained composure and professionalism while de-escalating challenging situations and ensuring patient and staff safety.
- Trained and mentored new employees on clinical procedures, workflows, and facility protocols.
Caregiver / Medical Assistant
Nazareth House
Fresno
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Delivered direct care and support to residents in 24-hour assisted living facility, enhancing their well-being.
- Assisted with bathing, dressing, feeding, transfers, mobility, and activities of daily living.
- Facilitated resident comfort, dignity, and independence, significantly improving quality of life.
- Partnered with healthcare staff to ensure residents received personalized and compassionate care.
Caregiver / Medical Assistant
Pacific Care Homes
Fresno
11.2012 - 04.2015
- Administered medications, performed G-tube feedings, colostomy care, transfers, and activities of daily living.
- Delivered compassionate care to adults with developmental and physical disabilities in six-bed residential facility, enhancing quality of life.
- Implemented individualized care plans prioritizing safety, well-being, and independence, fostering residents' autonomy.
- Documented resident needs and collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure optimal care and support.
Education
Associate - Pre-Allied Health
Fresno City College
Fresno, CAAssociate - Liberal Arts
Fresno City College
Fresno, CAMedical Assistant Certification -
Kaplan College
Skills
- Patient support
- Care Coordination
- Medication Administration
- Phlebotomy & Specimen Collection
- EKG Administration
- Drug Testing & Health Screening
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Medical Documentation
- Appointment Scheduling
- Provider Support
- HIPAA Compliance
- Staff Training & Onboarding
- Customer Service & Client Relations
- Bilingual English/Spanish
Timeline
Care Provider
IHSS In-Home Support Services
02.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Wellpath
02.2018 - 02.2024
Caregiver / Medical Assistant
Nazareth House
04.2015 - 08.2016
Caregiver / Medical Assistant
Pacific Care Homes
11.2012 - 04.2015
Associate - Pre-Allied Health
Fresno City College
Associate - Liberal Arts
Fresno City College
Medical Assistant Certification -
Kaplan College