Angel Valencia

Certified Medical Assistant with hands-on clinical experience in hospital and behavioral health settings. Skilled in venipuncture, specimen collection, EKG testing, vital signs, patient monitoring, medical billing and coding, EMR documentation, and infection control. Experienced in high-volume phlebotomy, completing 40+ patient draws per shift while maintaining accurate patient identification, specimen labeling, documentation, and safety procedures.

Strong ability to work collaboratively with nurses, laboratory personnel, behavioral health staff, and other members of the healthcare team.

Activity Assistant at Rio Vista Behavioral Hospital (2025-10 – 2026-06)

• Supported patients in a behavioral health hospital environment while maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic setting.
• Assisted with therapeutic and recreational activities designed to promote patient engagement and socialization.
• Collaborated with nurses, behavioral health technicians, and clinical staff to support patient needs and treatment goals.
• Maintained professional communication with patients and healthcare team members.
• Promoted patient safety and maintained an environment appropriate for individuals receiving behavioral health care.

Phlebotomy Technician — Interim Lead at Rio Vista Behavioral Hospital (2025-11 – 2026-03)

• Managed daily phlebotomy workflow independently during a two-month interim lead assignment.
• Performed 40+ venipuncture collections per shift in a hospital setting.
• Verified patient identification and ensured accurate specimen labeling and documentation.
• Followed infection-control procedures and patient-safety protocols during specimen collection.
• Coordinated with nursing and laboratory staff to ensure efficient specimen collection and continuity of care.
• Maintained accuracy and organization while working in a high-volume clinical environment.

Medical Assistant at Southwest University (2024-11 – 2025-10)

• Performed venipuncture and blood specimen collection in a hospital-based clinical environment.
• Performed EKG testing and interpreted basic readings under clinical supervision.
• Obtained and documented patient vital signs and medical histories.
• Assisted with patient monitoring, safety checks, and care coordination.
• Assisted with medical billing and coding and maintained accurate insurance documentation.
• Entered and maintained patient information in electronic medical records.
• Followed HIPAA requirements and maintained confidentiality of patient information.
• Followed infection-control and patient-safety procedures throughout clinical duties.

Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting – Southwest University at El Paso (2025-10)