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Vanessa Cadena

Bakersfield

Summary

Dynamic Career Service Specialist with a proven track record at UEI College, excelling in employer outreach and resource development. Expert in analyzing applicant skillsets and implementing effective assessment tools, enhancing career planning outcomes. Strong communicator with exceptional organizational skills, committed to delivering impactful educational programs and fostering successful job placements.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Career Service Specialist

UEI COllage
Bakersfield
01.2015 - 05.2018
  • Maintained complete confidentiality in business-related matters to prevent information breaches.
  • Obtained and organized manuals, guides and visual materials for development and training purposes.
  • Developed successful career plan utilizing assessments and applicant interview information.
  • Met with job seekers at career fairs and classrooms, providing details on search strategies, current market conditions and application processes.
  • Analyzed vacancies against applicant skillset to assess employment eligibility.
  • Maintained current knowledge of labor market trends and best practices related to career services.
  • Implemented assessment tools that identify an individual's strengths and weaknesses for career planning purposes.

Medical Office Administrative Assistant

Jacobo Physical Therapy
Bakersfield
01.2012 - 12.2015
  • Resolved any customer complaints promptly and effectively.
  • Assisted with ordering office supplies as needed while adhering to budgetary guidelines.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Greeted patients and visitors in a friendly, professional manner.
  • Managed front office customer service, appointment management, billing and administration tasks to streamline workflow.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments and consultations.
  • Collected co-pays and insurance data, applying full and proper payment to patient accounts.
  • Provided assistance with front desk duties such as checking-in and out patients and completing paperwork accurately.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations when handling confidential patient information.

Education

MBA - Master of Business Administration

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
07-2025

Bachelor of Science - Health Administration

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
06-2023

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Administrative support
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Employer outreach
  • Educational programs
  • Resource development

Accomplishments

Academic achievement for the first half of calendar year 2023 earning a place on the College of

Health Professions Dean's List.

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Career Service Specialist

UEI COllage
01.2015 - 05.2018

Medical Office Administrative Assistant

Jacobo Physical Therapy
01.2012 - 12.2015

MBA - Master of Business Administration

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Health Administration

University of Phoenix
Vanessa Cadena