Outgoing student pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute strong work ethic to a dynamic team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Medical Assistant
University of Miami Health System
04.2022 - 01.2024
Room patients, measure vital signs, gather patients current medication list, and review medical histories in preparation for surgery consultation.
Book surgeries according to physician volume.
Prepare 35+ charts weekly with cardiac studies, past medical notes from patients providers, notes from previous hospital stays, and reports from imaging facilities for upcoming surgical consultation.
Prepare 20+ charts weekly with follow-up cardiac studies to be reviewed with surgeon and nurse practitioner after clinical hours, and notify patients' of doctor's recommendations.
Prepare 10+ charts weekly for nurse practitioner's post-operative clinic and compile post-operative documents to provide patients with their medical records.
Transcribe recorded practitioners' diagnoses and recommendations into patients' EHR.
Prepare 15+ surgical charts weekly for upcoming surgery with necessary imaging studies, diagnostic reports, labs, and clearances.
Assist nurses with in-office procedures for post-operative patients.
Assist with the insurance verification process for future surgeries.
Distribute treatment and surgical information to patients via call, e-mail and mail.
Educate patients about medications, surgical procedures and physician's instructions.
Incorporate external records and imaging into charts and EHR.
Schedule and confirm surgical consultation and post-operative appointments.
Answer and assess clinical phone calls, e-mails, and voicemails.
Purge outdated patient files.
Send imaging orders, home health orders, lab orders, physical therapy orders, and occupational therapy orders to appropriate facilities.
Contact pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Transmit medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax to doctor's offices and facilities upon request.
Prepare Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Short Term Disability (STD) forms and deliver documents to companies and patients.
Monitor inventory levels, order and stock medical supplies and medications on shelves, and discarded expired stock.
Document and report observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
Transport patients when needed.
Ensure the order and cleanliness of each examination room with the necessary instruments and supplies after every patient.
Clinical Medical Assistant
South Florida Orthopeadics & Sports Medicine
06.2021 - 04.2022
Utilized electronic records system to obtain and document patient's medical history, chief complaints, vital signs, current medications, allergies, and all other information as appropriate of 80+ patients per day.
Directed 80+ patients into examination room and managed their plan of care per clinic day.
Assisted providers during clinic by preparing and/or administering the following: injections, casting, splinting, and durable medical equipment (DME), and prepared room for minor procedures, etc as directed.
Assisted provider in preparing necessary materials before outpatient procedures such as epidural spinal injections and kyphoplasties, and recorded vital signs during procedures.
Sent medication orders to pharmacies as directed by the provider and managed incoming medication refill requests.
Formulated and obtained informed consents prior to surgery.
Performed nurse procedures such as fracture care, suture removal, staple removal, dressing changes, and wound care after surgery.
Scribed for providers when needed by inputting history of present illness, review of symptoms, physical examination, diagnosis, and plan into each chart.
Ensured the order and cleanliness of each examination room with the necessary instruments and supplies.
Performed routine inventories and replenishing medical supplies and disposables in each examination room.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
Assisted in training new clinical medical assistants once hired.
Medical Assistant Volunteer
Hands Of St. Lucie County
04.2021 - 06.2021
Directed patients to exam rooms, collected vital signs, and prepared for physician examinations.
Conducted patient interviews to accurately gather medical history and history of present illness.
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including EKGs, Pap smears, glucose testing and INR testing.
Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
Ensured cleanliness, sanitation, sterilization, and maintenance of all facilities, exam rooms, and equipment.
Acted as a bridge of communication for patient and doctor in examination room as a Spanish interpreter.
Medical Assistant
United Medical Group
02.2019 - 03.2021
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test and diagnostic imaging results in medical records.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Collected lab samples of blood and urine as ordered and submitted labeled samples for testing.
Assisted in physical therapy treatments of patients.
Performed EKG testing and capillary puncture as directed by physician.
Explained treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients.
Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Handled various administrative duties including maintaining medical records, scheduling appointments, verifying insurances of patients, among others, allowing doctors and staff to focus on patient concerns.
Lead Medical Receptionist
AC Orthodontics
02.2018 - 03.2020
Answered phone calls to provide assistance, information to maximize office efficiency.
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments for diagnostic, surgical and consultation services.
Oversaw office records and maintained strict document control.
Reviewed and sent medical records to other physicians upon request.
Received, recorded, and filed medical payments by check, cash, and credit card.
Provided clerical support to all team members to improve office efficiency and enhance productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida International University
Miami, FL
12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Florida International University
Miami, FL
12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Natural And Applied Sciences
Florida International University
Miami, FL
12.2020
High School Diploma -
Hialeah Gardens Senior High School
Hialeah Gardens, FL
05.2017
Skills
Fluent in English and Spanish
Proficient use of EMR databases (Epic and Cerner)
Direct patient care including: assessment, monitoring, recording, and documentation
Knowledgeable in medical terminology, procedures, and equipment/devices
Trauma & ICU experience
Patient and family communication and education
Calm and level-headed under duress
Friendly, positive attitude with strong communication skills both verbal and written
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN), Florida Licensure - Expected in January 2025
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), National Healthcareer Association - 2021
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, American Heart Association - 2021
Timeline
Clinical Medical Assistant
University of Miami Health System
04.2022 - 01.2024
Clinical Medical Assistant
South Florida Orthopeadics & Sports Medicine
06.2021 - 04.2022
Medical Assistant Volunteer
Hands Of St. Lucie County
04.2021 - 06.2021
Medical Assistant
United Medical Group
02.2019 - 03.2021
Lead Medical Receptionist
AC Orthodontics
02.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Florida International University
Bachelor of Arts - Natural And Applied Sciences
Florida International University
High School Diploma -
Hialeah Gardens Senior High School
Registered Nurse (RN), Florida Licensure - Expected in January 2025
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), National Healthcareer Association - 2021
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, American Heart Association - 2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida International University
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