CARLA ZALDIVAR
Glastonbury,CT
Summary
Looking for an opportunity where I can contribute my skills and knowledge utilizing my medical and administrative expertise. Bilingual-English and Spanish, strong ability to communicate effectively and clearly, clerical and computer skills, demonstrated ability to work in a busy environment, ability to obtain vital signs and measurements with accuracy, document accordingly, HIPAA compliant and provide ethical practices. Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Physician One Urgent Care
12.2022 - 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.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Completed EKGs and blood draws based on patient's needs.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- SolvHealth experience.
- Docutap experience.
- Average of 50 patients per day
Medical Assistant
Starling Physicians
12.2021 - 12.2022
- 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.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- 10 procedures a day
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Experienced with Centricity, Allscripts, and Phreesia
Medical Assistant
Hartford Healthcare Medical Group
08.2019 - 05.2021
- 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.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- CTA approvals and experienced with EPIC
- 20 patients a day
Medical Assistant
Greene Chiropractic
09.2017 - 03.2019
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- 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.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Education
Medical Assistant Diploma - Medical Assisting
American Institute
West Hartford, CT05.2017
CT Certified Security -
MurphySecurity Services
New Britain, CT9.2014
High School Diploma -
Bulkeley High School
Hartford, CT06.2013
Skills
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Proper Sterilization Techniques
- EMR Systems (Epic, Allscripts, Docutap, Centricity)
- Specimen Collection
- EKG Set Up and Monitoring
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Phlebotomy
- Customer Service
- Assisting with Physical Exams
Certification
BLS certified
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Physician One Urgent Care
12.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Starling Physicians
12.2021 - 12.2022
Medical Assistant
Hartford Healthcare Medical Group
08.2019 - 05.2021
Medical Assistant
Greene Chiropractic
09.2017 - 03.2019
Medical Assistant Diploma - Medical Assisting
American Institute
CT Certified Security -
MurphySecurity Services
High School Diploma -
Bulkeley High School
BLS certified
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