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. Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Scripps
7565 Mission Valley Rd San Diego Ca 92108
05.2021 - Current
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
Assisted MD in skin cancer surgical incisions.
Assisted in Mohs surgical repair.
Assisted in cosmetic procedures such as botox, fillers, laser and chemical peels.
Scribe for the MD for patients examination.
Medical Assistant
DMG
Oceanside, CA
03.2018 - 05.2020
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
Assisted MD with surgical incisions of skin cancer and Mohs.
Assisted in cosmetic procedures.
Medical Assistant
Dermatology Specialists
Oceanside, CA
10.2015 - 03.2018
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
Assisted MD in skin cancer skin removal and Mohs.
Lab technician duties such as sterilization and packing surgical instruments.
Sign Installer
Ford Sign
Oceanside, CA
07.2014 - 05.2015
Maintained clean and tidy shop space for maximum customer appeal, safety and organization.
Created custom signs for customers with quality builds and careful installation.
Applied vinyl to metal, foam board and plastic by hand and with use of laminating table.
Prepared vinyl for application on substrates or flat socks with associated weeding, trimming and taping.
Installed vinyl on vehicle doors, windows and body panels for partial coverage or complete wraps.
Completed finish trimming, grommeting and hemming on signage.
Designed new sign graphics and layouts to match customer specifications.
Set machines for engraving and laser etching of completed designs.
Imported customer designs into software and verified dimensions, checked for errors and made corrections.
Assembled interior signs and added tactile or braille additions to substrate.
Dismantled structures and prepared equipment for travel or site movement.
Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
Inspected projects, identified issues that occurred and implemented corrective measures.
Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
Followed safety guidelines to fasten structural steel members and hoisted cables, chains and rope.
Aligned structural steel members to rivet, bolt and weld permanently into place.
Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams and girders.
Analyzed specifications and blueprints and suggested quantities, types and sizes of materials required per job allocation.
Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
Inserted sealing strips, wiring and insulating material, as called for in blueprints.
Motorcycle Detailer
MAD Racing
Vista, CA
01.2013 - 06.2014
Vacuumed interiors of vehicles to remove dirt and debris.
Shined vehicle windows and windshields to remove water spots.
Used cleaning, protective, and restorative agents to maintain and enhance appearance of vehicles.
Operated buffers, steamers, hoses, vacuums and other equipment to meet service expectations.
Cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces by using cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices.
Applied wax to vehicle exteriors and buffed to brilliant shine.
Mixed cleaning solutions, abrasive compositions and other compounds to clean interior and exterior of vehicle.
Reported customer-oriented issues immediately to supervisor for swift assistance and resolution.
Maintained clean, tidy and safe work environment.
Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
Maintained car detailing equipment and supplies in optimal condition for daily demands.
Provided exceptional customer service and addressed customer inquiries.
Reported daily work progress and encountered problems to management.
Applied protective agents, including sealants, to protect surfaces.
Restored luster to vehicle interiors, including upholstery and vinyl.
Refilled gas tanks and documented fluid levels.
Followed safety guidelines for cleaning vehicles and equipment.
Utilized high-pressure washers to clean vehicles and equipment.
Wiped down and polished interior and exterior surfaces.
Checked quality of work by thoroughly inspecting interior and exterior for additional cleaning requirements.
Organized vehicle and equipment storage spaces, removing trash and wiping down surfaces.
Removed dirt and debris from vehicle and equipment interiors.
Polished windows and mirrors of vehicles and equipment.
Education
Science Education
Mira Costa College
Oceanside, CA
Vocational - Medical Assisting
Kaplan College
Vista, CA
10.2015
High School Diploma - General Education
El Camino High School
Oceanside, CA
06.2014
Skills
HIPAA Compliance
Medical Terminology
Phlebotomy
Patient-Focused Care
Data Entry
Medical Office Administration
Patient Flow Management
Wound Care Specialist
Electronic Medical Records
Compassionate
Trustworthy Companion
Emergency Room Procedures
Complex Problem-Solving
Medical Terminology Knowledge
Equipment Sterilization
Companionship and Emotional Support
Electronic Health Records
Medical Records Management
Specimens Collection and Processing
Patient Assessments
CPR
Professional Bedside Manner
Reliable Team Player
Patient Relations
Sterile Technique
Monitoring Patient Progress
Diagnostic Procedures
Needs Assessments
Emergency Procedures Understanding
Simple Dressings
Lab Equipment Operation
EMR / EHR
Adaptable
Ph Testing
Customer Service
Multitasking Capabilities
CPR Certification
Able to take charge and lead my peers by example
Accomplishments
Recognized for outstanding dedication to patient care.
Recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty.