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Andrea Alvarez

Castroville,California

Summary

Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula
Monterey, CA
10.2022 - Current
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
  • Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.

Care Manager

IHSS
Gilroy, CA
11.2019 - Current
  • Assisted clients in developing and achieving short-term and long-term goals.
  • Provided advocacy for clients to ensure their needs are met through appropriate services.
  • Coordinated with other health care providers, such as physicians and psychiatrists, to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
  • Conducted assessments of client's physical, psychological, cognitive, social, economic and environmental needs.
  • Developed service plans based on assessment findings; monitored effectiveness of plans regularly.
  • Facilitated the coordination of medical appointments and transportation for clients when needed.

Volunteer

Stanford Hospital
Palo Alto, CA
08.2016 - 05.2017
  • Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
  • Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours and donations.
  • Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
  • Assisted with data entry projects to update organizational databases.
  • Compiled reports on volunteer activities and accomplishments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

San Jose State University
San Jose, CA
06-2028

Skills

  • Phlebotomy
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Medical Terminology
  • Payment Collection
  • Patient-focused care
  • Patient Flow Management
  • Medical Billing
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Patient Relations

Certification

Certified Medical Assistant - 2024

Advanced Cardiac Life Support - 2024

Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support - 2024

Basic Life Support - 2024

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula
10.2022 - Current

Care Manager

IHSS
11.2019 - Current

Volunteer

Stanford Hospital
08.2016 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

San Jose State University

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