CHRISTIAN SOSA
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable Certified Medical Assistant with a proven track record at Christus Health, enhancing patient satisfaction through exceptional patient relations and proficiency in clinical applications. Expert in HIPAA compliance and electronic health records management, I significantly contribute to quality improvement initiatives. My interpersonal skills complement my technical abilities, ensuring high standards of care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Coordinator
Assumption Catholic School/St. Catherine Montessori
Houston, TX
11.2021 - Current
- Administer medications following applicable policies and procedures
- Perform screening procedures as required by health authorities and district policy
- Manage school health records in compliance with Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops Education Department (TCCB-ED) requirements
- Act as a liaison between home, school, community health agencies, and the private medical sector
- Communicate with administrators, teachers, staff, and families to address health and safety needs
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of school health policies
- Support student health curriculum with the physical education department
- Maintain and file required reports, records, and documents, including clinic records
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ben Taub General Hospital
Houston, TX
10.2018 - 10.2023
- Performed environmental unit activities according to unit guidelines and standards.
- Maintained unit supplies and equipment, ensuring readiness.
- Supported performance improvement and quality initiatives.
- Communicated urgent patient conditions to nursing supervisors in a timely manner.
- Monitored, tracked, and communicated important patient information to healthcare teams.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
Medical Assistant
St joseph medical center
Houston, TX
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
- Filed insurance claims forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
Certified Medical Assistant
Christus Health
Houston, TX
09.2020 - 10.2022
- Assisted with patient consultations, including follow-ups on lab and test results.
- Collected and processed specimens for diagnostic testing.
- Coordinated office efficiency by managing charts, completing insurance forms, and assisting patients.
- Provided phlebotomy services on an as-needed basis.
- Managed patient charts and entered test results into electronic systems.
- Educated patients on procedures, medications, and physician instructions to enhance patient outcomes.
- Assisted with administrative duties to ensure smooth clinic operations.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Educated patients on preventive care topics such as diet and exercise habits or medication compliance.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
- Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Houston Methodist
Houston
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Vocational Nursing
Houston Community College
Houston, TX12-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Houston Community College
Houston, TX02-2021
Distinguished High School Diploma -
Northside High School
Houston, TX05.2019
Skills
- Interpersonal and managerial skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Epic software/EMR
- Patient Relations
- Blood and Tissue Collection
- Clinical Applications
- Patient Chart Tracking
- Quality improvement
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Appointment scheduling
- Insurance verification
- Maintaining patient records
- HIPAA compliance
- Verbal communication
- Electronic health records management
- Clinical documentation
- Effective communication
- Patient satisfaction
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Basic life support for health care providers (BLS)
- Public health
Certification
- NRCMA
- CNA
- BLS
- Hearing and Vision ans Spinal Certified
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant
St joseph medical center
01.2022 - 05.2023
Health Care Coordinator
Assumption Catholic School/St. Catherine Montessori
11.2021 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Christus Health
09.2020 - 10.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Houston Methodist
03.2020 - 05.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ben Taub General Hospital
10.2018 - 10.2023
- NRCMA
- CNA
- BLS
- Hearing and Vision ans Spinal Certified
Associate of Applied Science - Vocational Nursing
Houston Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Houston Community College
Distinguished High School Diploma -
Northside High School
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