Carmen C Rios
New Rochelle,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated Foreign MD and decisive leader with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Proficient in handling patient information, laboratory samples, and compliance procedures.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Assistant
NAVADERM Partners
The Bronx, NY
12.2022 - Current
- Communicated with professionalism and compassion when interacting with surgical team and patients.
- Assisted surgeons in variety of minor and major surgical procedures.
- Exhibited confidence to work extremely well under pressure and with variety of physicians of different temperaments.
- Educated patients on diagnoses, treatment plans and post-operative care by providing instructions on medication self-administration and home care.
- Follows complex and comprehensive verbal and written instructions.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
Dermatology Medical Assistant
NAVADERM Partners
The Bronx, NY
10.2022 - Current
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
- Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
- Labeled and completed lab requisitions using ICD and CPT coding.
Housecalls Clinical Assistant
Essen Medical Housecalls
The Bronx, NY
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Provided assistance to Housecalls patients by addressing queries, preparing them for physician consultations, and explaining the appointment process.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures, and physician's instructions.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Recorded vital signs and medical history for 15 patients each shift.
- Contributed to administrative duties in the clinic by managing appointment bookings and responding to phone calls.
- Updated patient notes with revised assessments and newly added ICD-10 codes for improved record accuracy.
Urgent Care Clinical Assistant
Metro Urgicare
The Bronx, NY
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Promoted seamless interactions among practitioners, nurses, and patients through proficient use of interpersonal skills.
- Provided thorough understanding of medications, procedures and physician's instructions to patients.
- Ensured accurate documentation of vital signs and medical history for 40 patients during every shift.
- Delivered superior care and comfort to stressed patients preparing for procedures, lending a compassionate ear.
- Managed and coordinated prescribed laboratory tests, specialist referrals, and diagnostic procedures.
- Collected information to aid physicians in treating patients' needs.
- Executed assistance for biopsies, injections, and aspirations as per treatment demands.
Clinical Care Coordinator
Essen Medical Associates
The Bronx, NY
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Successfully maintained best-in-class standards for clinical, performance, and financial outcomes while overseeing the management and development of a skilled care team.
- Managed patient flow and directed nurses and doctors to ensure medical assignments are completed on time.
- Examined and documented conditions that may impede patient well-being during the course of duty.
- Monitored patients for any changes in their physical, emotional, mental, or behavioral condition and noted any injuries spotted.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Coordinated patient care plans with healthcare professionals and guided patients through treatment steps.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings by providing input into the development of individualized service plans for each client served.
Occupational Health Doctor
Ranelagh Clinic
Buenos Aires
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Ensured proper referrals of patients to necessary medical specialists, social services, or other pertinent resources.
- Performed diagnostic tests to analyze clinical presentations and determine appropriate treatments.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Prescribed medications or treatment regimens to address patient conditions.
- Ordered and interpreted results of laboratory tests and radiographs.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
University of Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires - Argentina12.2018
Skills
- Specimens collection and processing
- Documentation requirements and management
- Schedule Coordination
- Medication Dispensing
- Verbal and written communication
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Knowledgeable in Microsoft office
- Data entry
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Updating Medical Records
- Problem Resolution
- First Aid/CPR
- Team Building
- Fluent in Spanish and Portuguese
- Critical Thinking
- Good Work Ethic
Languages
- Spanish - Native
- English - Fluent
- Portuguese - Intermediate
Certifications
- Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) 2021 - #card code 215412345130
- Registered Medical Assistant 2022 - Reg. No. 172522
Timeline
Surgical Assistant
NAVADERM Partners
12.2022 - Current
Dermatology Medical Assistant
NAVADERM Partners
10.2022 - Current
Urgent Care Clinical Assistant
Metro Urgicare
06.2022 - 09.2022
Housecalls Clinical Assistant
Essen Medical Housecalls
02.2022 - 10.2022
Clinical Care Coordinator
Essen Medical Associates
02.2022 - 05.2022
Occupational Health Doctor
Ranelagh Clinic
03.2019 - 06.2019
M.D. - Medicine
University of Buenos Aires
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