Malia Pinal
Grass Valley,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable PA-C candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Technician
Kaiser Permanente SDMC
San Diego, CA
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary
EMT-B
Advantage Ambulance
San Diego, CA
12.2014 - 01.2019
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
Emergency Room Technician
Paradise Valley Hospital
San Diego, CA
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
Volunteer
Mission Hospice
San Diego, CA
03.2015 - 01.2018
- Patient companionship and caregiver relief
- Supported needs of residents under long-term care.
- Supported families through difficult transitions and answered questions.
- Went above and beyond to help patients without local friends or families handle day-to-day needs.
Community Service Coordinator
Advantage Ambulance
San Diego, CA
12.2014 - 01.2018
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
- Analyzed trends and data to inform decision-making and program development.
- Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
Volunteer
SDSU Flying Samaritans
San Diego, CA
01.2012 - 03.2015
- Maintained accurate patient records, handling medical histories and medication schedules with sensitivity.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Reported patient requests, concerns, and other observations to staff.
- Restocked medical supplies and consumables to prepare procedure rooms.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
UC Davis
Sacramento, CA09.2022
Skills
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Emergency Medicine Experience
- Excellent Bedside Manner
- EMR Competency
- Knowledge of common chronic Illnesses and appropriate management
- Ability to think critically in emergent situations
- Ability to identify life-threatening or limb-threatening emergencies
Certification
Physician Assistant Certified
Licence # PA-62514
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Emergency Room Technician
Kaiser Permanente SDMC
01.2019 - 01.2020
Emergency Room Technician
Paradise Valley Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2018
Volunteer
Mission Hospice
03.2015 - 01.2018
EMT-B
Advantage Ambulance
12.2014 - 01.2019
Community Service Coordinator
Advantage Ambulance
12.2014 - 01.2018
Volunteer
SDSU Flying Samaritans
01.2012 - 03.2015
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
UC Davis
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