Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Alejandra Perez

Palmdale,CA

Summary

Bilingual Certified Medical Assistant with strong focus on patient care and clinical support. I have 7 years working in patient care and 10 years working in customer service. Skilled in administering medications, recording vital signs, and managing patient records. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective teamwork. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare professionals to achieve positive outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant

Wesley Health Center
05.2019 - Current
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
  • Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly upon arrival, checking them in efficiently, and answering any questions they had about their visit or overall healthcare needs.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
  • Educated patients on preventative care measures, effectively reducing the risk of future health complications.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
  • Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.

Certified Medical Assistant

Antelope Valley Community Clinic
11.2017 - 05.2019

Company transitioned to Welsey Health Center May 2019.

  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly upon arrival, checking them in efficiently, and answering any questions they had about their visit or overall healthcare needs.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate medical assistance during appointments.
  • Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
  • Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, facilitating timely treatment plans and decision making.
  • Educated patients on preventative care measures, effectively reducing the risk of future health complications.
  • Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.

Crew Leader

Little Ceasars Pizza
09.2015 - 07.2018
  • Kitchen, cashier, inventory, closing shifts, customer service, monthly supply inventory
  • Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
  • Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
  • Served as the primary point of contact between crew members and upper management, relaying important information as necessary.
  • Instructed crew members in safe work practices and methods to reduce work-related injuries.
  • Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, and customers to keep everyone informed.
  • Pitched in to help with various job tasks, fill in for sick employees and complete projects.
  • Managed resources efficiently, ordering supplies as needed and keeping track of inventory levels.
  • Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.

Education

Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant

High Desert Medical College
Lancaster, CA
01-2018

High School Diploma -

William J. Pete Knight High School
Palmdale, CA
05-2016

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Medical terminology
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Electronic health records
  • Inventory and supply management
  • Time management
  • Triage assessment
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Basic life support
  • Patient education

Accomplishments

  • Recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty.
  • Recognized for outstanding attendance.
  • Vaccine Coordinator

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant

Wesley Health Center
05.2019 - Current

Certified Medical Assistant

Antelope Valley Community Clinic
11.2017 - 05.2019

Crew Leader

Little Ceasars Pizza
09.2015 - 07.2018

Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant

High Desert Medical College

High School Diploma -

William J. Pete Knight High School
Alejandra Perez