Donna Nunez

Medical Assistant

Cedarhurst Medical

Far Rockaway, NY

09.2017 - 01.2022

Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.
Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.