Carolina Mireles Chulula
Corona,NM
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant with expertise in patient scheduling, HIPAA compliance, and customer service. Proven ability to foster strong patient relationships and maintain a sterile clinical environment to enhance care delivery.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Irvine, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted in patient intake and registration processes, ensuring accurate documentation and streamlined workflows.
- Administered medications and injections under physician supervision, enhancing patient care delivery.
- Prepared examination rooms and medical equipment for procedures, maintaining a sterile environment.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests and processed specimens, ensuring timely results for medical evaluations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Medical Assistant
South Coast Pediatrics
Santa Ana, CA
08.2014 - 07.2023
- Assisted in patient intake and documentation processes to streamline office workflow.
- Administered vaccines and medications following established protocols while ensuring patient comfort.
- Educated families on pediatric health topics, promoting understanding of treatment plans and preventive care.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to manage patient referrals and follow-up appointments effectively.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded medical histories to support accurate diagnoses by physicians.
- Implemented improvements in scheduling systems, resulting in reduced wait times for patient appointments.
- Assisted doctors with exams and procedures, ensuring optimal patient comfort and care.
Medical Assistant
Salud Clinica Medica
Santa Ana, CA
02.2011 - 09.2014
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures, ensuring efficient workflow and patient comfort.
- Conducted patient intake assessments, gathering crucial medical history to support accurate treatment plans.
- Administered medications and vaccinations as prescribed, maintaining compliance with safety protocols.
- Trained new staff members on clinical procedures and hospital protocols, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Education
High School Diploma -
El Modena High School
Orange, CAMedical Assistant -
QBICS Career College
Santa Ana, CASkills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital sign monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Reliable team player
- Procedure assistance
- Specimens collection and processing
- Sterilization techniques
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
07.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
South Coast Pediatrics
08.2014 - 07.2023
Medical Assistant
Salud Clinica Medica
02.2011 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
El Modena High School
Medical Assistant -
QBICS Career College