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Briana Barba

Tucson,AZ

Summary

Hardworking employee with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Pima Pain Center
Tucson, AZ
08/22/19 - Current
  • Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
  • Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
  • Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
  • Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
  • Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
  • Labeled and completed lab requisitions using ICD and CPT coding.
  • Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
  • Assisted with scheduling appointments, verifying insurance coverage, collecting co-payments, and updating patient information in the electronic medical records system.
  • Answered incoming calls promptly, efficiently processed callers' inquiries, and transferred calls to appropriate personnel when necessary.
  • Verified patient demographic information at time of check-in and check-out.
  • Prepared charts for new patients prior to their appointment.
  • Scanned documents into the practice's EMR system as needed.
  • Ensured all patient paperwork was complete and up to date before submitting it to the billing department for processing claims.
  • Responded to emails from patients inquiring about appointments or other matters related to their care.
  • Informed providers of any changes in patient status or medical history updates during visits.
  • Followed HIPAA guidelines when handling confidential patient information.
  • Resolved customer service issues in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism.
  • Trained new staff members on front desk operations and processes.
  • Retrieved faxes and uploaded documents to patient charts to assist clinical staff.
  • Informed patients of financial responsibilities prior to rendering services.
  • Managed office phone lines by checking voicemail, returning calls and directing messages to team members.
  • Straightened up waiting room to maintain neat and organized space.
  • Called patients to confirm scheduled appointments and obtain additional details.

  • Created reports related to employee productivity metrics and operational efficiencies within the department.
  • Supervised and coordinated the daily activities of medical assistants; monitored workflow to ensure timely completion of tasks.

Prep Cook

Red Lobster Restaurant
Tucson, AZ
03.2015 - 06.2017
  • Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
  • Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
  • Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
  • Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
  • Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
  • Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.
  • Maintained records of daily food usage in accordance with health regulations.
  • Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
  • Discarded spoiled food items immediately following established procedures.
  • Trained new employees on proper techniques of preparing meals safely.
  • Measured and weighed food items to comply with portion requirements.
  • Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.

Sales Associate

Shoe Carnival
Tucson, AZ
10.2012 - 10.2014
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
  • Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
  • Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.

Cashier

El Guero Canelo
Tucson, AZ
10.2010 - 07.2013
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
  • Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.
  • Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting

Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ

Skills

  • Organization and Time Management
  • Multitasking
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Professionalism
  • Self Motivation
  • Reliability
  • Billingual
  • Medical terminology proficiency (Spanish)
  • Accurate Translation

Certification

FCC201R10016 Az Deparment of Public Safety Clearence Card- 03/2025 Expires

First Aid- National CPR Foundation- 5/31/2025 Expires

BLS provider- National CPR Foundation- 5/31/2025

Timeline

Prep Cook

Red Lobster Restaurant
03.2015 - 06.2017

Sales Associate

Shoe Carnival
10.2012 - 10.2014

Cashier

El Guero Canelo
10.2010 - 07.2013

Medical Assistant

Pima Pain Center
08/22/19 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting

Pima Community College

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