Brianca Higuera

Clinical Medical Assistant student that graduated July 2026. Experienced in assisting with routine medical, pediatric, and eye exams; and taking medical histories, vital signs, and EKGs. Instrumental in maintaining medical records, managing medical billing and insurance authorizations, scheduling patient appointments and procedures, and conducting medical office finances.

Possess thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology through UCLA classes, infection control, nutrition, medical ethics, cardiology, disease states, and minor in-office surgery procedures.

Volunteer at Cedars-Sinai Neurosurgery ICU & Internal Medicine Unit (2026-01 – Present)

• Assisted with administrative duties including patient chart organization and filing.
• Restocked and checked surgical procedure carts for necessary supplies.
• Visited patient rooms to provide comfort and reported concerns to nurses.
• Shadowed registered nurses to observe patient communication and care protocols.
• Monitored patient safety and reported any changes to clinical staff.
• Supported nursing staff with non-clinical patient care activities.

Research Volunteer and Assistant at UCLA (2026-06 – Present)

• Assisted in execution of experiment protocols
• Assay and specimen handling
• Rapid preliminary research gathering

Front Desk Receptionist at UCLA (2024-05 – Present)

• Replaced key cards and provided detailed directions to building residents.
• Answered phone calls and collaborated with housing staff for resident needs.
• Organized workers into teams for scheduled room sweeps and resident escorts.
• Maintained accurate visitor logs and monitored building access points.
• Resolved resident inquiries and escalated facility issues to management.

Hospital Ambassador at Sharp Hospital (2023-01 – 2024-09)

• Directed visitation traffic and enforced hospital rules for all visitors.
• Restocked sanitation products throughout patient and visitor areas.
• Managed access to ICU and SRI by verifying visitor credentials.
• Provided directions and emotional support to hospital visitors and families.
• Assisted patients and families with hospital navigation and information.
• Communicated hospital policies and safety procedures to all guests.

Clinical Medical Assistant – Stepful (2026)

Bachelor's of Science in Neuroscience – UCLA