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Brenda Velazquez

Midlothian ,TX

Summary

Hardworking Medical Assistant brings top-notch abilities in procedures and clinical work. Equipped to handle fast-paced clinic operations with continuous flow of patients and assignments. Meticulous in completing assignments and always ready to help team members.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative /Medical Office Assistant

Ut Southwestern Medical Center
03.2011 - Current
  • Direct patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
  • Triaged patients in-person and via telehealth to help optimize clinical resources in a clinic that facilitates 250 plus patients on a daily basis.
  • Assist Doctors and Physician Assistants with patient procedures such as Cystoscopies, Vaginoscopies, Blue Light Cystoscopies, Bladder biopsies and Fulgarations, AMBU Cystoscopies, Trus Biopsies, Fusion Biopsies, Stent Removals, Bulkamid, Botox (Female and Male which it is done with different equipment) Sperm Extractions, Urocuff, Jelmyto, Trus sizing, Goldseed placement, Hydrocele drainage, Emergent Suprapubic Placement, Vasectomies for several doctors.
  • Sanitized, restock and organized exam rooms and procedure rooms on a daily basis..
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Assist with routine urinalysis testing and tissue samples by collecting and sending specimens to laboratory for processing.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
  • Precepted newly hired medical assistants to train each on office procedures and important tasks.
  • Protected patients and staff from infection risks by routinely cleaning and disinfecting common areas and patient rooms.
  • Escort the doctors with female examinations.
  • Set up Trophon Trus Sizing machine for Doctors and Physician Assistants to perform an Ultrasound.
  • Analyze Fusion Biopsies images to make sure Radiology marked correct Lesions for Fusion Biopsies, and called them to correct them if not correct.
  • Performs Annual Cidex Skills check off for staff.
  • Places reminder calls to Fusion Biopsies patients to make sure they have done all required preparation for the procedure.
  • Make Kits for Procedures such as Hydrocele, Sperm Extraction, Suprapubic Placements, and Jelmyto
  • Cleans and Sterilizes Cystoscopes, Blue Light scopes, and Rigid Botox equipment, thru the V-Pro or OER=Pro,
  • Cleans and sterilizes Blue Light attachment, Vasectomy Trays,Sperm Extraction Trays, Tweezers, Botox Sheets, Surgical Instruments, Thru Autoclave.
  • Assisted with Specimen collection for Research Trials, and prepped patients for research procedures Trials.
  • Dispose of Urine properly and Clean Lab area and Flow machines daily at the end of clinic.
  • Prints last visit records for several Doctors.
  • Prepares Kidney stones and paperwork and sends stones to outside Lab.
  • Obtained pre-authorization from insurance companies for non-formulary and formulary medications.
  • Performed various administrative tasks by and faxing orders and documents.
  • Coordinated referrals and new authorizations with the Veteran Affairs Medical Center and documented details in patient charts.

Medical Assistant

Womens Center
06.2009 - 04.2010
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
  • Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
  • Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
  • Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
  • Assisted in pap smear exams.
  • Gave fertility shots.


Education

Medical Assistant Certificate -

ATI Career Training Center - Dallas
Dallas, TX
04.2009

High School Diploma -

W H Adamson High School
Dallas, TX
05.1995

Skills

  • Specimen Collection
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Attention to Detail
  • Operational Requirements
  • Equipment Troubleshooting and Maintenance
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Customer Experience
  • Cleaning and Sterilizing
  • Medical Records Maintenance
  • Patient Screening
  • EMR Software
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Medical Report Preparation
  • Data Entry Software
  • Taking Client Histories
  • Phone and Email Etiquette
  • Exam Room Preparation
  • Team Leadership
  • Preparing Treatment Rooms
  • Patient Demographics
  • Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
  • Medical Charts and Records
  • Biohazard Waste Disposal
  • Patient Flow
  • Reminder Calls
  • Patient History Documentation
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Glucose Testing
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Office Coordination
  • Billingual in Spanish
  • Calls Bio Med or STORZ for assistance in repair of equipment

Timeline

Administrative /Medical Office Assistant

Ut Southwestern Medical Center
03.2011 - Current

Medical Assistant

Womens Center
06.2009 - 04.2010

Medical Assistant Certificate -

ATI Career Training Center - Dallas

High School Diploma -

W H Adamson High School

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