Carmen T Vasquez
Arlington
Summary
Dedicated medical assistant with expertise in patient care and clinical documentation. Proficient in HIPAA compliance and electronic health records management, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in patient interactions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Heart Place
South Arlington
07.2018 - Current
- Administered patient care and support, ensuring comfort and adherence to protocols.
- Assisted with clinical procedures, maintaining a sterile environment and proper equipment usage.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems for accurate documentation.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medications, fostering understanding and adherence.
- scheduling procedures at 3 different hospitals
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
Medical Assistant
Grand Prairie Urgent Care
Grand Prairie, TX
10.2012 - 06.2018
- Administered patient intake processes, ensuring accurate collection of medical history and vital signs.
- Assisted healthcare providers with examinations and procedures, enhancing patient care efficiency.
- Managed appointment scheduling and follow-ups, optimizing clinic workflow and patient satisfaction.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions, improving adherence to healthcare protocols.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and software systems, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health records, increasing accuracy and reducing errors.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Martin High School
Laredo, TXNo Degree -
Certified Medical Assistant At High Tech
Irving, TXSkills
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient scheduling
- Patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient documentation
- Wound care
- Patient assessments
- Inventory and supply management
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Heart Place
07.2018 - Current
Medical Assistant
Grand Prairie Urgent Care
10.2012 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Martin High School
No Degree -
Certified Medical Assistant At High Tech