Andrea De Los Santos (Romero)
Rio Rancho,NM
Summary
Accomplished Mohs Medical Assistant at Epiphany Dermatology, highly motivated and committed with a proven history of superior performance at individual, team, and organizational levels. Skilled in multitasking and prioritizing workloads with little or no supervision, ensuring efficient operations. With a detail-oriented approach, brings medical background and team-building skills to thrive in a deadline-driven environment. Expertise lies in creating sterile environments and enhancing surgical outcomes, resulting in improved patient satisfaction and comfort. Proactive approach and reliable teamwork contribute to the accuracy of skin cancer diagnoses and streamlined surgical procedures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Mohs Medical Assistant
Epiphany Dermatology
08.2023 - Current
- Contributed to successful surgical outcomes by maintaining a sterile environment during procedures.
- Assisted surgeons during complex cases, anticipating needs and ensuring seamless transitions between procedural stages.
- Ensured patient satisfaction with thorough pre-and post-surgical education and follow up.
- Reduced risk of infection by appropriately sterilizing tools, equipment, and surgical rooms before each procedure.
- Boosted patient confidence in the treatment process through empathetic communication and understanding of their concerns.
- Assisted in maximizing the accuracy of skin cancer diagnoses by performing tissue specimen collection, labeling, and processing tasks.
- Enhanced surgical team efficiency by preparing instruments and equipment for Mohs surgeries.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently assisting with Mohs surgery procedures and post-operative care.
Medical Assistant
Distinctly Derm
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- 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.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
Ophthalmologist Technician
Eye Associates of New Mexico
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with ophthalmologists to develop individualized treatment plans for patients with various eye conditions.
- Contributed to accurate diagnoses with precise measurement of visual acuity, refraction, and intraocular pressure.
- Enhanced patient compliance with prescribed treatments through clear explanation of benefits, side effects, and proper usage techniques.
- Contributed to an overall success of the practice by actively participating in team meetings, suggesting improvements, and sharing expertise.
- Aided doctors in providing comprehensive eye care services with detailed documentation of medical histories, ocular examinations, and test results.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Performed visual field testing to measure patients' peripheral vision to determine any visual field loss.
Anesthesia Assistant
Hendricks Medical Center
03.2018 - 02.2021
- Consistently adhered to established protocols for infection control, minimizing risks to both patients and healthcare providers alike.
- Promoted effective communication among interdisciplinary teams to optimize overall quality of care for surgical patients.
- Ensured high-quality patient outcomes with meticulous documentation of all aspects of anesthesia care throughout each procedure.
- Participated in quality improvement projects aimed at reducing anesthesia-related complications and improving overall patient outcomes.
- Improved operating room efficiency by assisting with equipment troubleshooting and maintenance when needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Abilene High School
Abilene, TXSkills
- Surgical Assisting
- Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Medical Ethics
- Suture removal
- Preoperative preparation
- Wound Dressing
- Instrument Sterilization
- Skin Cancer Awareness
- Dermatology Procedures
- Mohs Technique
- Reliable team player
References
Krista Warnakula, PA-C
Epiphany Dermatology
(310)266-7307
krista.warnakula@epiphanydermatology.com
Eugen Stancut, MD
Epiphany Dermatology
(917)572-3584
E.stancut@gmail.com
David Seiter, FNP-C
Epiphany Dermatology
(480)302-0577
davidseiter@yahoo.com
Timeline
Mohs Medical Assistant
Epiphany Dermatology
08.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Distinctly Derm
01.2023 - 08.2023
Ophthalmologist Technician
Eye Associates of New Mexico
02.2022 - 01.2023
Anesthesia Assistant
Hendricks Medical Center
03.2018 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Abilene High School
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