Alexander Figueredo
HOUSTON,TX
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical-Assistand
Clinica Hispana
11.2022 - Current
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Urology Medical Specialist
Hospital Clínico Quirúrgico
10.2013 - 01.2018
- Developed educational materials for patients and caregivers on managing common urological conditions, empowering them to take an active role in their care.
- Streamlined clinic operations by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams in providing patient-centered care.
- Collaborated with referring physicians to ensure seamless care transitions for patients requiring urological interventions.
- Performed minimally invasive procedures, reducing patient discomfort and recovery time while maintaining high success rates.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the practice by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining equipment sterilization standards.
- Advanced clinical knowledge through regular attendance at professional conferences and workshops on innovative treatments and techniques in urology.
- Performed minimally invasive surgical procedures, resulting in reduced recovery times and complications.
Doctor
Hospital Clínico Quirúrgico
09.2008 - 10.2013
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Provided emergent medical care and treatment for life-threatening injuries and illnesses.
- Monitored post-operative recovery and educated patients on at-home recovery.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize clinical processes and enhance overall patient care standards.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions, and suggested treatment options.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Identified serious conditions and emergency situations and immediately referred to hospital for prompt care.
Education
Ph.D. - Urología
Hospital Carlos Manuel De Cespedes
Bayamo09.2018
Ph.D. - Medicina
Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas
Santiago De Cuba 08.2008
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Scheduling
- Customer Service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- EMR / EHR
- CPR
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- RMA - Registered Medical Assistant
Languages
English
Limited Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional Working
Timeline
Medical-Assistand
Clinica Hispana
11.2022 - Current
Urology Medical Specialist
Hospital Clínico Quirúrgico
10.2013 - 01.2018
Doctor
Hospital Clínico Quirúrgico
09.2008 - 10.2013
Ph.D. - Urología
Hospital Carlos Manuel De Cespedes
Ph.D. - Medicina
Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas