Aurora Carreon
Medical assistant/ Medical Referral specialist
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 10 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant/Referral Specialist
Sonoran Ear Nose And Throat
08.2018 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Managed between 40-60 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from new and existing patients.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information and any medical assistant questions.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
- Prepared and processed patient referrals and transfer requests.
- Frequently double-checked patient histories and current information while scheduling follow-ups and other appointments.
Medical Assistant
Northwest Allied Physicians
11.2014 - 07.2018
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Elderly Caregiver
Arizona Consumer Direct
11.2012 - 10.2014
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Cleaned house, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Administered medications following prescribed instructions to alleviate symptoms and discomfort, monitoring client reactions.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Caregiver
Brookdale Assisted Living
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
Senior Caregiver
Arcadia Home Care
08.2006 - 03.2011
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Education
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Kino College
Tucson, AZ10.2014
Certified Nurse Assistant -
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ09.1994
GED -
Pima County Adult Education
Tucson, AZ10.1993
Skills
- EMR Systems
- Bilingual
- Clinic Administration
- Charting Expertise
- Assisting with Physical Exams
- Electronic Medical Record
- Electrocardiographic Rhythm Recognition
- Equipment and Instrument Sterilization
- First Aid
- Medical Terminology
- Patient Scheduling
- HIPAA Regulations
- Multi-Line Phone Proficiency
- Specialist Referrals
- Schedule Coordination
- Patient Registration
- First Aid/CPR
- Time Management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Medical Assistant/Referral Specialist
Sonoran Ear Nose And Throat
08.2018 - Current
Medical Assistant
Northwest Allied Physicians
11.2014 - 07.2018
Elderly Caregiver
Arizona Consumer Direct
11.2012 - 10.2014
Caregiver
Brookdale Assisted Living
08.2012 - 08.2013
Senior Caregiver
Arcadia Home Care
08.2006 - 03.2011
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Kino College
Certified Nurse Assistant -
Pima Community College
GED -
Pima County Adult Education
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