Alba Aguilar
Compton,CA
Summary
Dynamic Senior Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Providence Medical Institute, excelling in patient care coordination and clinical documentation. Proven ability to enhance clinic efficiency by training staff and optimizing workflows. Skilled in injections administration and committed to compassionate patient interactions, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and fostering a supportive healthcare environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Medical Assistant
Providence Medical Institute
09.2009 - Current
- Assisted with patient intake, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in data collection.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms to support smooth operations.
- Learned to perform basic clinical tasks, including taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams.
- Supported medical staff by preparing instruments and materials for various procedures.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies and electronic health record systems for improved workflow.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding appointments, health inquiries, and follow-up care instructions.
- Observed and assisted in minor procedures, enhancing understanding of clinical practices and protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline administrative processes, contributing to overall office efficiency.
- Reduced patient wait times by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing patient flow during busy clinic hours.
- Increased clinic productivity by training new medical assistants in proper techniques and best practices.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing medical records and maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Processed laboratory specimens according to established guidelines, ensuring the accuracy of test results for appropriate clinical decision making.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth by attending continuing education seminars and maintaining current certification as a Senior Medical Assistant.
- Conducted thorough pre-visit assessments, obtaining vital signs, medical histories, and medication lists for accurate documentation purposes.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to elevate patient satisfaction and overall clinic performance.
- Administered injections skillfully using proper technique while maintaining a comforting bedside manner with apprehensive patients.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
Education
Medical Assistant - Medical Assitant
Bryman College
CA04-2003
Skills
- Injection administration
- Patient vital signs assessment
- HIPAA regulations
- Medication preparation
- Clinical documentation
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Patient care coordination
- Emergency response preparedness
- Sterilization procedures
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Patient-focused care
- Compassionate
- Conversant in English and Spanish
- CPR
- Data entry
- Patient triage
- Suture removal
- First aid
- Professional bedside manner
- Inventory and supply management
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- OB/GYN procedures
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Sr Medical Assistant
Providence Medical Institute
09.2009 - Current
Medical Assistant - Medical Assitant
Bryman College
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