Adaptable and professional Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist with 3.5+ years of experience in clinical medical settings and a proven knowledge of ambulatory care, patient relations, and integrated health care delivery. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the Medical Assistant role at your company.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Assistant II
Ventura County Health Care Agency
Oxnard, CA
04.2022 - Current
Input details about patient histories, physical examinations, medications and other information into physical or electronic charts.
Followed clinicians throughout shift in high-volume, busy environments.
Maintained understanding of all active patients in order to facilitate workflow.
Used Cerner medical record software every day and developed advanced skills.
Determined correct ICD-10 and CPT codes for use in medical record.
Prepared paperwork such as consents for patients to receive needed care.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Prepared examination and patient rooms for Debridement procedures, checking supply availability and laying out instruments.
Assisted Physician conduct wound assessments/measurements for patients and documented information.
Measured wound depth to support treatment methods and monitor healing.
Classified wounds using staging system based on visual evaluation of affected tissue.
Scheduled appointments for patients via in person.
Interacted closely with practitioners, nurses and patients and used effective interpersonal, active listening and communication skills.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Assisted with biopsies, injections and aspirations based on treatment requirements.
Worked closely with Medical Assistants, Nurses, Physicians in Wound Care Department.
Floated as Scribe to other physicians as needed in clinic.
Updated patient medical charts through scanning inside and outside record documents into EMR.
Mobile COVID-19 Tester
Virtual Hearing Solutions
Oxnard, CA
12.2021 - 04.2022
Sanitized work area and sterilized equipment and instruments to comply with protocols.
Collected and prepared nasopharyngeal/anterior nares samples for PCR testing of COVID-19 in accordance with standard methods and processes.
Administered required COVID-19 rapid antigen tests and sample collection using proper swabbing technique.
Maintained cleanliness of testing booth and testing materials to comply with CDC guidelines.
Adhered to universal protocol precautions when disposing of contaminated Bio-Hazard items while performing testing.
Monitored medical supply levels to confirm sufficient stock, promptly placing replenishing orders before depletion.
Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion, and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
Positioned patients for optimal comfort prior to procedures.
Completed and submitted clinical documentation and billing in accordance with agency guidelines.
Familiar with Abbot ID Now Molecular Covid Testing Machine.
Sending off of Rapid PCR tests to laboratories.
Donned and doffed personal protective equipment per company protocol to reduce spread of virus.
Communicated professionally to explain COVID-19 screening and positive test protocol procedures to patients.
Traveled with collection team on mobile assignments to coordinate onsite registration for large scale clients.
Phlebotomy Technician Extern
Clinical Training Institute
Oxnard, CA
05.2021 - 06.2021
Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
Back Office Medical Assistant
Body Dynamix Integrated Sports Medicine-Sports Academy
Thousand Oaks, CA
03.2019 - 12.2020
Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Assisted physicians in exams and procedures to treat patients such as handing them instruments or materials.
Assisting in DME, Splint, and Cast Application.
Post-Operative Wound Care
Staple and Suture Removals
Versed in submitting and updating State Disability and FMLA Claims.
Versed in Tri-Care Insurance Submission and Authorization.
Contacted other outside Medical Facilities/Departments to schedule patients for procedures or admission.
Back-up in Surgery Scheduling and Coordination.
Maintained medical supply inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
Patient Chart Preparation for Clinic.
Routing of all incoming faxes and email inquires.
Completing all Medical Records Requests/Subpoenas.
Knowledge of EMG Set-up/Break-Down for patient testing procedures.
Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Medical Assistant Intern
Ventura County Medical Center
Ventura, CA
07.2018 - 08.2018
Escorted patients to examination rooms and prepared for physician exams.
Obtained patient medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Performed front desk duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
Welcomed patients and inquired about wellbeing since last treatment.
Prepared patients for Electrocardiograms, suture removal, and dressing changes.
Report significant information and changes in patient condition to nurse supervisor.
Verified confidentiality of patient information and data to alleviate potential HIPPA violations.
Charted all patient services in records with high accuracy.
Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations.
Performed routine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
Measured specimens and delivered to laboratory.
Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
Updated inventory, expiration, and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Created and prepared patient charts for clinics and medical professionals.
Observed and assisted physicians in outpatient procedures.
Education
Phlebotomy Technician I - Clinical Laboratory Technology
Clinical Training Institute
Oxnard, CA
07.2021
Medical Assisting Certification -
VCOE Career Education Center
Camarillo, CA
06.2018
Oxnard High School
Oxnard, CA
06.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Science
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA
Skills
Computer Literate in EMR / EHR (Advanced MD, Cerner)
Knowledge and Compliance of HIPPA and OSHA guidelines
Direct Patient Care
Compassionate
Efficient and reliable team player
Adaptable
ICD-10 and CPT Coding Knowledge
Excellent Multitasker
Additional Information
Community Memorial Hospital Junior Auxiliary Volunteer for 2 years
Bio-Medical Anatomy and Biology college courses taken