Andrea Sanchez
West Richland
Summary
Knowledgeable certified medical assistant with exceptional background over several years handling intensive clinical environments. Quality-driven and safety-oriented with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities. Experienced in collaborating across disciplines to support patient needs and enhance care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Three Rivers Family Medicine
Richland
08.2022 - 07.2025
- Assisted in maintaining patient flow by preparing examination rooms and ensuring all necessary equipment was ready for use.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis and blood glucose monitoring to assist in patient diagnosis.
- Performed basic first aid and emergency procedures as needed, ensuring a safe environment for patients.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
Medical Assistant
Central Washington Family Medicine Clinic
Yakima
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Documented medical data in patient charts, facilitating accurate records.
- Triaged patients and performed vital checks for patient flow facilitation.
- Supported physicians in examinations, procedures, and diagnostic tests.
- Cleaned treatment rooms and medical instruments, complying with infection control standards.
- Obtained patient medical histories for inclusion in records.
- Conducted pre-authorizations and referrals to meet third-party insurer requirements.
Medical Assistant
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
Yakima
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Prioritized patient needs identified through phone, electronic, and walk-in communication to comply with established guidelines.
- Cleaned treatment rooms and medical instruments, complying with infection control standards.
- Stocked supplies and instruments for examination rooms.
- Provided patient education and post-visit care instructions to foster care continuum.
- Assisted physicians and nursing personnel with injections, phlebotomy, and other patient care procedures.
Medical Assistant
Astria Family Medical
Yakima
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Changed dressings on wounds.
- Inventoried and ordered medical, lab, or office supplies, or equipment.
- Greeted and logged in patients arriving at office and clinic.
- Explained treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients.
Medical Assistant
Triumph Treatment Center
Yakima
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Changed dressings on wounds.
- Contacted medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for tests or admission.
- Performed routine laboratory tests and sample analyses.
- Inventoried and ordered medical, lab, or office supplies, or equipment.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care to enhance understanding and compliance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eisenhower High School
Yakima, WA06-2016
Medical Assistant - Medical
Charter College
Yakima, WA03.2021
Skills
- Infection Control Proficiency
- Dental Staff Assistance
- Office Management
- Four-Handed Procedures
- Completing Insurance Forms
- Patient Toileting
- Charting Expertise
- Simple Dressings
- Injection administration
- Patient charting
- Laboratory testing
- Patient triage
- Medication education
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Record keeping
- Time management
Certification
Certified Medical Assistant - CM61165465
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Fluent
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Three Rivers Family Medicine
08.2022 - 07.2025
Medical Assistant
Central Washington Family Medicine Clinic
08.2022 - 11.2022
Medical Assistant
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
11.2021 - 08.2022
Medical Assistant
Astria Family Medical
01.2021 - 11.2021
Medical Assistant
Triumph Treatment Center
01.2019 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Eisenhower High School
Medical Assistant - Medical
Charter College