Cristial Sanchez

Registered Medical Assistant

UNMH

Albuquerque, NM

04.2014 - 02.2022

Performed patient assessments, including vital signs and medical history documentation.
Assisted physicians in exams, treatments, and procedures.
Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results.
Verified insurance coverage and processed payments from patients.
Maintained clinical records according to HIPAA regulations.
Provided instruction to patients on medication usage and treatment plans.
Ordered supplies, maintained inventory levels, and stocked exam rooms with necessary equipment.
Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and managed scheduling of appointments.
Assisted with administrative duties such as filing paperwork and preparing documents for review by physicians or other healthcare providers.
Administered injections under direct supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner.
Answered incoming calls, responded to inquiries, and scheduled follow-up visits as needed.
Educated patients about health maintenance activities such as diet modification, exercise programs, smoking cessation advice.
Conducted physical examinations of patients utilizing standard diagnostic instruments.
Managed daily data entry into electronic health record systems.
Collected specimens for laboratory testing according to accepted standards.
Ensured all medical equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
Performed quality control measures for accuracy of test results.
Coordinated with pharmacists to ensure timely delivery of medications.
Provided assistance in emergency situations as needed.
Monitored patient progress during hospital stays or extended care facilities visits.
Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
Documented notes during patient visits.
Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
Provided direct care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, nutritional support and IV therapy.
Educated patients on proper wound care techniques and prevention methods.
Educated patients on pre-hospital care techniques such as wound care and bandaging.