Blanca Frausto
Van Nuys,CA
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Assistant with 13 years of experience in oncology and rheumatology clinics, specializing in back-office operations, medication inventory, insurance authorizations, and patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through efficiency, empathy, and ethical practices. Seeking an opportunity to leverage extensive experience in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgery Scheduler
Adventist Health Glendale
Glendale, CA
03.2025 - Current
- Scheduled surgical procedures efficiently, optimizing physician availability and patient needs.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient flow and communication.
- Analyzed scheduling patterns to identify opportunities for operational improvements and resource allocation.
- Handled urgent requests effectively, prioritizing cases requiring immediate attention while also balancing routine surgery demands appropriately.
- Acted as a liaison between patients, insurance carriers, and the surgical team to secure necessary authorizations for timely procedures.
Medical Assistant – Back Office
Lakeside Community Health
Burbank, CA
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Managed office and medication inventories; ensured smooth transitions to specialists with complete documentation and insurance authorizations.
- Educated patients on at-home injections and medication usage.
- Took vitals, updated medication lists in EMR, and coordinated in-office and telehealth appointments.
- Performed blood draws, prepared specimens for lab transport, and assisted in various procedures (EKGs, injections).
Medical Assistant and Supervisor
Regatta Health – Michael Benjamin, M.D.
West Hills, CA
07.2012 - 07.2023
- Handled data entry, patient communications, and HIPAA-compliant medical record management.
- Assisted patients with co-pay assistance and scheduling appointments, follow-ups, and telemedicine visits.
- Performed back-office duties, including patient rooming, vitals, blood draws, injections, and assisting with chemotherapy infusions, bone marrow biopsies, and phlebotomies.
- Ensured timely insurance authorizations for patient treatments.
- Supervised operations across 3 locations, managed office and pharmacy supplies, and conducted monthly prescription audits.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nursing Student - undefined
College of Nursing and Technology
Reseda, CA04.2026
Medical Assistant Diploma - undefined
Everest College
Reseda, CA06.2012
High School Diploma - undefined
Reseda High School
Reseda, CA06.2007
Skills
- Languages: Fluent in English and Spanish
- Medical Expertise: Medical Terminology, ICD-10, CPT Codes, Insurance protocols
- Technology: Proficient in EHR/EMR Systems (Epic, NextGen, Kareo), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Excel
- Administrative: Insurance Pre-Authorizations, HIPAA/OSHA compliance, Appointment scheduling, Data entry
- Soft Skills: High Emotional Intelligence, Critical thinking, Team Collaboration, Accuracy, and Efficiency
Certification
- BLS CPR Card
- Fire Card
Timeline
Surgery Scheduler
Adventist Health Glendale
03.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant – Back Office
Lakeside Community Health
09.2023 - 09.2024
Medical Assistant and Supervisor
Regatta Health – Michael Benjamin, M.D.
07.2012 - 07.2023
Licensed Vocational Nursing Student - undefined
College of Nursing and Technology
Medical Assistant Diploma - undefined
Everest College
High School Diploma - undefined
Reseda High School