Alicia Candelas
San Antonio
Summary
Detail-oriented Nationally Registered Certified Advanced Medical Assistant with extensive experience in patient care and clinical support. Known for multitasking and attention to detail, contributing to improved patient safety and workflows in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Christus Health/MFM/The Center for Midwifery and Womens Health
San Antonio, TX
06.2022 - Current
- Administered patient care by performing vital sign checks and documenting medical histories.
- Assisted physicians during examinations, ensuring a smooth workflow and patient comfort.
- Managed electronic health records with accuracy, improving data retrieval efficiency.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to improved patient safety standards.
- 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.
- 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.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Optimized inventory management, ordering supplies as needed while minimizing waste and adhering to budget constraints.
- Consistently maintained up-to-date certifications, demonstrating dedication to professional development and quality patient care.
- Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals for patient referrals, ensuring a seamless transition and continuation of care.
- Chart Auditing.
- Vaccine administrations.
Certified Medical Assistant
MEDNAX/Texas Perinatal MFM
San Antonio, TX
2021 - 03.2022
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Assisted in with non stress test.
Certified Medical Assistant
Christus Health/ The Center for Maternal and Fetal Care MFM
San Antonio, TX
2020 - 2021
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Certified Medical Assistant
CentroMed
San Antonio, TX
2016 - 2020
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Administered patient care by performing vital sign checks and documenting medical histories.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals for patient referrals, ensuring a seamless transition and continuation of care.
Certified Medical Assistant
ALAMO OB/GYN
San Antonio, TX
2015 - 2016
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- 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.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant - Certified Medical Assistant
Southern Careers Institute
TX2015
Associate of Arts - Photography
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX12-2012
High School Diploma -
South San Antonio High School
San Antonio, TX2003
Skills
- Medical terminology
- Specimens collection and processing
- Clinical documentation
- Medication administration
- Basic life support
- OB/GYN procedures
- Fluent in spanish
- Equipment sterilization
- Multitasking and organization
- Compassionate
- Phlebotomy
- Injection administration
Certification
- NRCAMA-Nationally Registered Certified Advanced Medical Assistant
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Christus Health/MFM/The Center for Midwifery and Womens Health
06.2022 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
MEDNAX/Texas Perinatal MFM
2021 - 03.2022
Certified Medical Assistant
Christus Health/ The Center for Maternal and Fetal Care MFM
2020 - 2021
Certified Medical Assistant
CentroMed
2016 - 2020
Certified Medical Assistant
ALAMO OB/GYN
2015 - 2016
Certified Medical Assistant - Certified Medical Assistant
Southern Careers Institute
Associate of Arts - Photography
San Antonio College
High School Diploma -
South San Antonio High School