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Deanna Silva

Waianae,HI

Summary

Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office experience. Committed to obtaining a high level of patient satisfaction. Genuine , hard working team player. Trust worthy, dedication high level of rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant

Ho'ola Pono
Pearl City, HI
08.2023 - Current
  • Measured vital signs, blood pressure, weight, height, pulse oximity, respirations and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Administered medications under physician's supervision, Spravato nasal esketamine and TMS treatments
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, filing paperwork, updating medical insurances. Obtaining prior authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Completed basic physical assessments of clinic patients to provide optimal care.
  • Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
  • Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.

Certified Medical Assistant

East Hawaii Health Clinics Hilo Medical Center
Hilo, HI
07.2019 - 07.2022
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, blood pressure, pulse, height , weight , respirations and pulse oxsimetry, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Prepared specimens (urine, sputum) for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
  • Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments (ear lavage, nebulizer treatments, spirometry) according to physician instructions.
  • Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician..
  • Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy and screening for UTI.
  • Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
  • Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
  • Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients procedures.

Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.

  • Administered rapid tests for covid, flu and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
  • Changed/Cleaning of minor wound dressings to prevent infection and check for healing. Unnaboot application

Certified Medical Assistant

Straub Medical Center
Honolulu, HI
10.2018 - 07.2019
  • Provided support to patients by helping them fill out forms and answering their questions about health care services.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
  • Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
  • Measured vital signs, height, weight, blood pressure, respirations , pulse oximetry and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.

Certified Medical Assistant

Kaiser Permanente
Waipahu, Hawaii
03.2008 - 09.2017
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs,preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings, EKG, nebulizer treatments, spirometry, hearing and eye screening and other treatments according to physician instructions.
  • Assisted in minor surgical procedures in office such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
  • Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
  • Administered rapid tests for covid. flu and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
  • Changed and cleaned minor wound dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing. Unnaboot applications.
  • Administered immunizations to patients in accordance with guidelines and regulations. Provided patient education on the importance of vaccinations and preventive care measures. Maintained accurate documentation of all immunization records.

Certified Medical Assistant

Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center
Waianae, HI
08.2002 - 03.2008
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, height, weight, blood pressure, respirations, pulse oximetry and preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests. Urine drug screen, pregnancy tests. UTI
  • Administered injections, immunizations, medications, minor in office wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
  • Assisted in minor office surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
  • Conducted tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols. Also administered nebulizer treatments.
  • Administered rapid tests for covid , flu and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Labeled and completed lab requisitions using ICD and CPT coding.
  • Changed dressings on minor in office wounds to prevent infection and check for healing. ( unnaboot)

Certified Nursing Assistant

Leeward Nursing Home
Waianae, HI
06.1994 - 09.2001
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, blood pressure, respirations and recording intake and output.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.

Education

Certification - Medical Assistant

Med-Assist School of Hawaii
Honolulu, HI
07-2002

Certification - Nurses Aide

Kapiolani Community College/University of HI Community Colleges
Honolulu, HI
09-1992

High School Diploma -

Waianae High School
Waianae, HI
06-1992

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant

Ho'ola Pono
08.2023 - Current

Certified Medical Assistant

East Hawaii Health Clinics Hilo Medical Center
07.2019 - 07.2022

Certified Medical Assistant

Straub Medical Center
10.2018 - 07.2019

Certified Medical Assistant

Kaiser Permanente
03.2008 - 09.2017

Certified Medical Assistant

Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center
08.2002 - 03.2008

Certified Nursing Assistant

Leeward Nursing Home
06.1994 - 09.2001

Certification - Medical Assistant

Med-Assist School of Hawaii

Certification - Nurses Aide

Kapiolani Community College/University of HI Community Colleges

High School Diploma -

Waianae High School
Deanna Silva