Christina Zarate
Oakley,CA
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
SEBMF-URGENT CARE
01.2016 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- SCL1 Alumni
Medical Assistant
SPMF-ENDOCRINOLOGY
12.2012 - 01.2016
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Medical Assistant/Receptionist
Dr. Ming Fang
07.2011 - 12.2012
- Displayed excellent interpersonal skills with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare personnel
- Assisted physicians during examinations by providing necessary instruments or medications when needed
- Competently managed patient flow within the clinic environment to ensure the timely scheduling of appointments and examinations.
Education
MEDICAL ASSISTANT in Clinical Medical Assisting -
BOSTON REED COLLEGE
Brentwood, CA07.2007
Skills
- Inventory and supply management
- HIPAA Compliance
- Specimens collection and processing
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Patient Scheduling
- Patient documentation
- Patient Flow Management
- Procedure Assistance
- Data Entry
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Immunization Administration
- Wound care
- Medical Procedures
- EMR / EHR
- Vital signs monitoring
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Reliable team player
- Compassionate
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Prioritizing stat orders
- Examination Preparation
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Staff Training and Development
- Multitasking Capabilities
- Continuous Learning Attitude
- Organizational Skills
- Customer Service Excellence
- Medication Administration
- Adaptable
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare providers
Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant
- BLS
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
SEBMF-URGENT CARE
01.2016 - Current
Medical Assistant
SPMF-ENDOCRINOLOGY
12.2012 - 01.2016
Medical Assistant/Receptionist
Dr. Ming Fang
07.2011 - 12.2012
MEDICAL ASSISTANT in Clinical Medical Assisting -
BOSTON REED COLLEGE
Personal Information
Title: Lead Medical Assistant
References
References available upon request
Personal Information
Title: Lead Medical Assistant
References
References available upon request