Claudia Avina
Napa,CA
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with a knack for completing tasks efficiently and productively. Possess specialized skills in patient care, medical record management, and clinical procedures. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring seamless support to healthcare teams and providing exceptional service to patients.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Medical Assistant
Providence medical center
Napa, California
10.2009 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Prepared and maintained medical records for accurate documentation.
- Administered medications and vaccinations under physician supervision.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and health management strategies.
- Operated medical equipment to support diagnostic testing and procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance patient care processes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control protocols.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- 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.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
Education
Associates In Applied Science -
Heald College
Stockton, CA 01.2004 - 07.2025
East Union
Manteca, CASkills
- Patient care
- Medical documentation
- Health education
- Equipment operation
Excellent customer service
Bilingual (English and Spanish)
fast learner
BLS certified
works well, calm during stressful situations
Adapts easily to changes
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Providence medical center
10.2009 - Current
Associates In Applied Science -
Heald College
01.2004 - 07.2025
East Union