Ashley Padilla
Humble,TX
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nationally Certified Medical Assistant
Texas Children's Hospital, TMC, CVICU
Houston, TX
01.2017 - Current
- Prepare patients for examination and assist provider as directed.
- Improved patient care by efficiently managing medical records and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Increased patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner and effective communication skills.
- Provided critical support during emergency situations by remaining calm and following established protocols for patient stabilization or appropriate medical intervention.
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring thorough documentation of triage assessments and treatment plans.
- Administered vaccinations and medications for timely delivery of essential treatments.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists, facilitating seamless continuity of care for patients in need of additional services.
- Assisted in developing care plans for children with chronic conditions, improving health outcomes through tailored support and monitoring.
- Reduced wait times for patients by efficiently managing appointment schedules and utilizing effective communication skills.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain knowledgeable about current industry best practices and relevant advancements in medical care delivery techniques.
Medical Assistant
Nova Healthcare Centers
Humble, TX
02.2016 - 01.2017
- Administer pre-employment screenings such as drug test, physical examinations, breath alcohol testing, respirator clearances, and audio and visual examinations.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Labeled and prepared specimens for shipment to laboratory facilities.
- Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians, and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Ensured accurate documentation of client records following all HIPAA guidelines.
Education
Medical Assistant
Texas Health School
Houston, TX2015
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Anatomy and Physiology Knowledge
- Medical Terminology
- Electronic Health Records
- First Aid Training
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Patient Triage
- Customer Service
- Immunization Administration
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant- National Association for Health Professionals
Timeline
Nationally Certified Medical Assistant
Texas Children's Hospital, TMC, CVICU
01.2017 - Current
Medical Assistant
Nova Healthcare Centers
02.2016 - 01.2017
Medical Assistant
Texas Health School