Cristina Ramirez
Summary
Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Smile Urgicenter
12.2021 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- 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.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- 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.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Measured patient spirometry.
Certified Medical Assistant
Folsom Urgent Care
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- 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.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
Education
Medical Assistant Certification - Medical Assisting
UEI College - Cerritos
Cerritos, CA12.2021
High School Diploma -
Yolo High
West Sacramento, CA06.2018
Skills
- Inventory and Supply Management
- Electronic Health Records
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Terminology
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Patient Documentation
- Patient Scheduling
- Specimens Collection and Processing
- Payment Collection
- Data Entry
- Phlebotomy
- Lab Equipment Operation
Certification
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- CPR/ BLS Certified
- Certified Non Dot Urine Collector
- Certified Dot Urine Collector
- Certified BAT Testing Collector
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Folsom Urgent Care
03.2022 - 07.2022
Certified Medical Assistant
Smile Urgicenter
12.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant Certification - Medical Assisting
UEI College - Cerritos
High School Diploma -
Yolo High
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