Anita Hernandez
Buckeye,AZ
Summary
Efficient and reliable bi-lingual certified medical assistant with over 10 years experience in a public health and clinical setting. Assisted with medical procedures and treatments, supported diagnostic procedures and charted patient records. I remain calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situations. Interested in a full-time role as a medical assistant in a top-notch healthcare facility.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Care Navigator
Akos MD
Scottsdale, AZ
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinated patient care plans by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve health outcomes.
- Educated patients on available services, resources, and treatment options to enhance their healthcare experience.
- Streamlined communication processes between patients and healthcare providers to facilitate timely care delivery.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences in care discussions to empower informed decision-making.
- Consistently maintained confidentiality while handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes for accurate recordkeeping.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient needs, developing individualized care plans accordingly.
Medical Assistant
Continuity Med
Avondale, AZ
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Assisted with patient education on treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care instructions.
- Recorded vital signs and medical histories, ensuring accurate documentation for care continuity.
- Conducted patient evaluations, including lab tests and preliminary assessments for diagnosis.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Enhanced record accuracy by implementing standardized documentation practices for patient care data.
Medical Assistant
North Valley Family Medicine
Glendale, AZ
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician
- Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels
- Operated cardiac imaging and monitoring equipment
Medical Assistant
Palo Verde Cancer Specialists
Glendale, AZ
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing
Medical Assistant
UNLV Medicine OB/GYN
Las Vegas, NV
03.2017 - 04.2018
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns
- Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing
- Supported diagnostic procedures, assisted with technical nursing treatments and entered information in patient records and charts
- Monitored expiration of medical supplies and medications
- Assisted with PAP Smears, IUD insertion/removal, insertion/removal of birth control implants
- Recorded vital signs and medical history for over 30 patients each day
Health Service Assistant
San Bernardino County Public Health Department
Hesperia, CA
11.2011 - 10.2015
- Performed vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, conditions, progress and concerns
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels
- Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies
- Performed procedures and uses of equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, including blood draws and breathing treatments
- Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients' condition or environment
- Collected patient specimens and data
- Took advantage of opportunities for continuing education, quality assurance and performance improvement activities
- Assisted with Pap Smears, IUD insertion/removal, Insertion/removal of birth control implants
- Educated patients and families about family planning, STD prevention and adaptation to disability to illness
Medical Assistant
Health Care Partners of Nevada
Las Vegas, NV
01.2010 - 09.2011
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels
- Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies
- Changed sterile dressings
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus
- Performed procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, including blood draws, breathing treatments and EKGs
- Supported diagnostic procedures, assisted with technical nursing treatments and entered information in patient records and charts
- Collected patient specimens, including urinalysis and blood draws
- Administered medications via injection
- Performed ear lavages
Education
Silver Valley High School
Yermo, CAAcademy of Healing Arts
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Committed team player
- Seasoned in medical clinical procedures
- Medical laboratory procedures talent
- Prenatal nutrition/care knowledge
- Care coordination
- Patient-focused care
- Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines
Certification
- BLS/AED Certification
- National Certified Medical Assistant
Timeline
Care Navigator
Akos MD
01.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Continuity Med
03.2021 - 07.2022
Medical Assistant
North Valley Family Medicine
05.2019 - 11.2019
Medical Assistant
Palo Verde Cancer Specialists
09.2018 - 02.2019
Medical Assistant
UNLV Medicine OB/GYN
03.2017 - 04.2018
Health Service Assistant
San Bernardino County Public Health Department
11.2011 - 10.2015
Medical Assistant
Health Care Partners of Nevada
01.2010 - 09.2011
Academy of Healing Arts
Silver Valley High School