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Annise Garcia

Brigham City,UT

Summary

Dedicated Medical Assistant skilled with technical, clerical and patient support. Strong interpersonal communication with talent effectively dealing with patients and staff alike. Detailed understanding of medical sector and regulatory obligations concerning it.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant

Advanced Allergy & Asthma
Ogden, UT
07.2021 - Current
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork.
  • Administered injections, immunizations, medications, and other treatments according to physician instructions.
  • Educated patients on preventive care topics such as diet and exercise habits or medication compliance.
  • Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
  • Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.

Certified Medical Assistant

Uintah Basin Medical Center
Roosevelt, UT
02.2011 - 10.2019
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
  • Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
  • Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
  • Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
  • Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
  • Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
  • Provided support to physicians during consultations by recording patient histories accurately and documenting treatment plans accordingly.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
  • Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
  • Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.

Skills

  • Good understanding of Microsoft Word and Google Docs
  • Electronic Health Records
  • Patient documentation
  • HIPAA protocols
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Healthcare procedures
  • Needs assessments
  • Medical Terminology
  • Healthcare knowledge
  • Providing Information and Resources
  • Documenting and Recording Information
  • Registration and Scheduling
  • Professional writing
  • Detail Oriented

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant

Advanced Allergy & Asthma
07.2021 - Current

Certified Medical Assistant

Uintah Basin Medical Center
02.2011 - 10.2019

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