Salina Leon
Yonkers,NY
Summary
Dynamic Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Optum, UnitedHealth Group, excelling in laboratory testing and patient education. Proficient in electronic health records and specimen collection, I consistently enhanced patient care quality and streamlined operations. Known for effective communication and a commitment to maintaining HIPAA compliance, I thrive in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Optum, UnitedHealth Group
The Bronx, NY
01.2024 - Current
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Medical Assistant
Chester Pediatrics
White Plains, NY
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Phlebotomist
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
New York, NY
03.2016 - 09.2021
- Prepared patients for examination by having them properly draped, obtaining vital signs, verifying referral information, taking a detailed history, performing phlebotomy procedures, and collecting specimens.
- Proficiency in blood collection by performing venipuncture and capillary techniques from patients of all age groups, urine drug screen collections, paternity collections, breath, and saliva alcohol testing on a daily basis.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Assembled tourniquet, needles, and disposable containers for needles, blood collection devices, gauze, cotton, and alcohol on the work tray, labeling and freezing specimens as required by the test order, and packaging specimens for transport.
Medical Assistant
Mobile Health Consumer
Bronx , NY
03.2014 - 01.2016
- Performed functional assessments and physical examinations for patients upon admission and discharge, and reported changes in patient condition to ensure that issues requiring immediate attention were addressed.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans, researching and studying client diagnoses to identify client care needs effectively and strategically.
Education
A.S Medical Assistant Degree -
Mildred Elley School
New York, NY03.2014
Skills
- Laboratory testing
- Patient education
- Electronic health records
- Vital signs assessment
- Medication administration
- Specimen collection
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Optum, UnitedHealth Group
01.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Chester Pediatrics
01.2022 - 11.2023
Phlebotomist
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
03.2016 - 09.2021
Medical Assistant
Mobile Health Consumer
03.2014 - 01.2016
A.S Medical Assistant Degree -
Mildred Elley School
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