Carol Guerrero
Compton,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Medical Assistant skilled in patient scheduling, clinical documentation, and HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to enhance patient care and support healthcare teams effectively.
Compassionate with experience in direct patient care and phlebotomy. Proficient in managing appointments and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards. Eager to contribute to a supportive healthcare environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Optum
Torrance, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers in delivering patient care by managing appointments and medical records.
- Administered vaccinations and performed diagnostic tests following established protocols.
- Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Coordinated appointments and referrals, optimizing patient flow within the clinic setting.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Education
MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
UEI College
Gardena, CA12.2021
Skills
HIPAA compliance
Patient scheduling
Customer service
Medical terminology knowledge
Vital sign monitoring
Direct patient care
Clinical documentation
Phlebotomy
Procedure assistance
CPR
Phlebotomy techniques
Immunization administration
Laboratory specimen collection
Insurance verification
Appointment setting
Fluent in [languages]
Simple dressings
Accomplishments
- Recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty.
- Recognized for outstanding dedication to patient care.
Certification
- MEDICAL ASSISTANT - DECMBER 2021
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Optum
05.2022 - Current
MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
UEI College