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Cristi Carriero

Brewster,NY

Summary

Fast-learning and motivated long term medical assistant looking for a growth opportunity in the healthcare field. Experienced in bothclinical and clerical aspects as well as creating positive rapport with patients, families and staff.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant-Internal Medicine

Nuvance Health
Brewster , NY
02.2023 - Current
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.

Certified Medical Assistant-GI Department

CareMount Medical
Carmel, NY
12.2021 - 02.2023
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.

Certified Medical Assistant-Ophthalmology

CareMount Medical
Carmel, NY
01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
  • Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
  • Assisted surgical scheduler in ordering necessary lab tests and prescriptions for surgical patients.

Certified Medical Assistant-Pediatrics

White Plains Pediatric Group
White Plains, NY
10.2001 - 01.2019
  • Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
  • Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
  • Assessed, documented, and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Manhattanville College
Purchase, NY
05-1995

Skills

  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Quick problem solver
  • Skilled in Nextgen and Cerner
  • Reliable transportation

Certification

National Certified Medical Assistant

CPR Certification

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant-Internal Medicine

Nuvance Health
02.2023 - Current

Certified Medical Assistant-GI Department

CareMount Medical
12.2021 - 02.2023

Certified Medical Assistant-Ophthalmology

CareMount Medical
01.2019 - 12.2021

Certified Medical Assistant-Pediatrics

White Plains Pediatric Group
10.2001 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Manhattanville College