Priscilla Perez
Bakersfield
Summary
A seasoned ED Technician at Adventist Health Bakersfield, I excel in emergency response and patient care, demonstrating exceptional multitasking abilities and bilingual proficiency. Leveraging skills in EHR and EPIC, I've significantly enhanced patient communication and care coordination, proving to be a vital team collaborator and a self-motivated healthcare professional. Attentive professional excited to bring expertise in patient care to growing hospital. Highly accomplished in quickly building rapport with patients, performing assessments, and using clinical knowledge and skills to treat patients. Committed to working as part of larger team to deliver high-quality care to diverse patient populations. Skilled Emergency Medical Technician with robust experience in fast-paced emergency care environments. Possess strong clinical skills, including patient assessment and critical life support interventions. Demonstrated ability to remain calm and decisive during high-pressure situations, leading to improved patient outcomes and efficiency in crisis response. Adapt at collaborating with healthcare teams to deliver seamless emergency care services.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
ED Technician
Adventist Health Bakersfield
Bakersfield
02.2024 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs during procedures and reported any changes to the physician.
- Facilitated communication patients, visitors, nurses, physicians and other hospital personnel.
- Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Educated patients on pre-procedure instructions related to their particular procedure.
- Performed daily duties such as restocking of supplies and equipment, cleaning, and patient flow activities.
- Filled in for unit secretaries, preparing paperwork and obtaining payments when needed.
- Assisted with special procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, catheter insertions and specimen collection.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients.
- Provided direct patient care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Assisted physicians in performing minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations.
- Responded promptly to patient call lights or requests for assistance.
- Answered incoming calls from patients seeking information or scheduling appointments.
- Collaborated with team members and other first responders, ensuring consistent communication to maintain order and efficient care delivery.
- Monitored and replenished ambulance supplies, maintaining well-stocked inventory and properly functioning equipment.
- Prepared exam rooms by setting up equipment according to department protocols.
- Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
- Provided patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or licensed physician.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided.
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels and replenished treatment areas.
- Performed various clerical tasks including filing, faxing, photocopying and scanning documents.
- Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
- Calmed patients by carefully explaining each step and remaining composed.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations using proper techniques for resuscitation.
- Triaged patients to award priority to patients with more severe complications.
- Administered first aid treatment or life support in prehospital settings.
- Took blood pressure measurements and reported to nurse or physician if above or below normal levels.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted in the setup and operation of specialized medical equipment for ultrasound examinations.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
- Cleaned and sanitized ambulance and supplies between calls.
- Documented all findings from exams into electronic medical records.
- Adhered to safety regulations while operating medical equipment per hospital policy guidelines.
- Bandaged wounds and determined necessity for stitches or sutures.
- Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
- Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
Medical Case Manager
Clinica Sierra Vista
10.2022 - Current
- Face-to-face assessment and re-assessment (including assessment of adherence to treatment)
- Development of a comprehensive, individualized Service Plan
- Coordination of the services and activities required in implementing the Service Plan
- Case conferencing with other members of the HIV treatment team as appropriate, if warranted, and as required by acuity level
- Monitoring of HIV medication therapy to include education of client concerning risks and side effects, monitoring client adherence and tolerance of medications
- Reviewing and monitoring CD4 and viral load (VL) lab values, to include making sure the most current CD4 and VL lab values are recorded in the client file/database
- Client education about HIV, its transmission, complications, risk reduction and education
- Active linkages of client to appropriate agencies required to assist the client in achieving the goals and objectives identified in his/her Service Plan
- Insurance and entitlement education, navigation, and enrollment support
- Client monitoring to assess the efficacy of the Service Plan
Medical Assistant
Omni Family Health
03.2014 - 10.2022
- In this position I have been my doctors “right hand man”, anything they needed from room/patient prep to paperwork and scheduling were my responsibility
- Using my time management skills to ensure I completed all tasks in our busy office
- Getting all necessary information before patient sees the doctor
- Performing preliminary tests (blood pressure, weight, and temp, blood draws, stocking, schedule appointments, OBGYN, Pap smear tracking, Mammogram tracking, prescription verification
- Organizing and prepping rooms for procedures set ups for Colposcopy, Birth control insertions IUD, Nexplanon
- Maintaining the doctors schedule and scheduling patient appointments
- Submitting patient referrals and following up accordingly
- Maintaining a clean and organized work environment
Caregiver
Interim Healthcare
12.2012 - 02.2013
- During my time as a caregiver, I maintained my client’s physical wellbeing as much as I did their emotional wellbeing
- Dedicating my time to ensuring they were as comfortable as possible and keeping up with all their medication to provide them with the best possible care
- Organizing clients daily schedule around their scheduled medication time
- Provide and arrange transportation for doctors’ visits
- Assist with daily activities (using the restroom, bathing, eating, grooming, etc.)
- Help with housework to maintain a clean-living environment
- Serve as a companion to help clients with the daily stresses of life
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Ogden, UT08-2025
Associate in Science -
BAKERSFIELD COLLEGE
05.2022
Medical assistant diploma - Injection certification
uei college
05.2012
Skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to multitask while still paying attention to detail
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Proficient in EHR
- Self-motivated
- Open communicator
- Organized
- Proficient in EPIC
- Proficient in Aries
- Patient care
- Clinical assessment
- Team collaboration
- Emergency response
- HIPAA compliance
- ER support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient transport
- Wound cleaning
- Seizure management
- Gynecological care
- Emergency medical procedures
- Phlebotomy
- Collecting medical samples
- Cardiac monitoring
- Wound care
- CPR
- Care facilitation
Accomplishments
- I was rewarded employee of the year before leaving case management as I was recognized for most improved care in my patient case load and was given good feedback from my patients
Timeline
ED Technician
Adventist Health Bakersfield
02.2024 - Current
Medical Case Manager
Clinica Sierra Vista
10.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Omni Family Health
03.2014 - 10.2022
Caregiver
Interim Healthcare
12.2012 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Associate in Science -
BAKERSFIELD COLLEGE
Medical assistant diploma - Injection certification
uei college
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