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Edith Patricia Sarmiento Garcia

El Paso,TX

Summary

Medical Intern for 1 year at Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico at a government Hospital, Hospital General de Ciudad Juárez. Where I was trained to handle various hospital codes, surgical training as well as the correct use of paraclinical tests and medical equipment. Medical Social Service Intern at Santa María de Guadalupe Hospital in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico. Where I was trained to be efficient as a surgical first assistant on OBGYN, orthopedic surgery, and general surgery, as well as general consultations, maintaining effective and proactive communication with patients to resolve their ailments. Teaching Assistant at Durango University, Juárez Campus, in the subject of Physiology and its laboratory. Efficient Medical Scribe with proven track record of highly productive and timely completion of tasks. Possess specialized skills in medical terminology, electronic health record (EHR) management, and patient documentation. Excel in listening, communication, and organizational abilities, ensuring clear and accurate medical records that support healthcare professionals in delivering optimal patient care.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Scribe

Dr Arturo Hernandez Family Clinic
12.2024 - 01.2025
  • As a medical scribe, assisted healthcare providers by documenting patient encounters in real time, allowing clinicians to focus on patient care instead of administrative tasks, transcribing medical histories, physical exams, diagnoses, and treatment plans into electronic health records (EHR). Key responsibilities include recording lab and imaging results, updating medication lists, assisting with medical coding and billing documentation, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Scheduling Coordinator

Styles Smart VA & La Di Da Beauty
02.2024 - 09.2024
  • As a Scheduling Coordinator, essential skills include mastering time management for effective task organization and deadlines, and clear communication with clients and team members, including active listening. Attention to detail prevents scheduling conflicts, while problem-solving resolves issues efficiently. Strong organizational skills structure multiple tasks, and technical proficiency with scheduling software aids multitasking. Adaptability allows for schedule adjustments as priorities change. Providing excellent customer service, accurate data entry, and seamless coordination with team members are also crucial.

General Practitioner

Fundación Best A.C.
Ciudad Juárez, Mexico
03.2023 - 01.2024
  • General medical consultation for pediatric, adult, and elderly patients, control of chronic-degenerative diseases, well-child check-ups, pregnancy control, family planning, as well as medical procedures such as sutures, immobilizations, injections, blood pressure monitoring and control, tests for high glucose levels and their control, placement and removal of catheters, nebulizations, wound care, body mass index control, foreign body extraction, lipoma resections, and Covid-19 testing.

Medical Social Service Intern

Santa Maria de Guadalupe Hospital
Ciudad Juárez, Mexico
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families.
  • Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
  • Provided emotional support to families dealing with illnesses or disabilities.
  • Prepared and presented case studies to peers and supervisors for review and feedback.
  • Used safety and risk assessments, employing related policies and procedures.
  • Modified treatment plans to accommodate changes in clients' health or progress.
  • Documented client social history, treatment and related information.
  • Administered medication to patients according to strict schedules.

Medical Intern

Secretaría de Salud
Ciudad Juárez, Mexico
01.2021 - 03.2022
  • Attended lectures conducted by senior physicians regarding latest advances in medical field.
  • Prescribed medications or treatment regimens to address patient conditions.
  • Ordered and interpreted results of laboratory tests and radiographs.
  • Consulted on outside cases with generalists and specialists needing specific expertise.
  • Recorded daily notes on patient's condition in electronic medical record systems.
  • Monitored vital signs such as heart rate, temperature, respiration rate.
  • Educated patients on preventive care measures, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications as required.
  • Initiated assessments and plan of care for patients in conjunction with medical fellow and attending physicians.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - General Medicine

Durango University
Ciudad Juárez
06.2020

Jr. High & High School -

Lydia Patterson Institute
El Paso, Texas, USA
05.2016

Skills

  • Medical History Taking
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Medical Procedures (Taking vital signs, sutures, performing EKG, foley catheters, intravenous lines, wound care, endopleural tube placement, blood samples, placement and removal of catheters, foreign object removal, paracentesis, immobilizations, injections)
  • Handling of Hospital Equipment
  • Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Electronic health records
  • Medical coding and medical billing
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Lab result transcription
  • Problem solving / Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer service / Time management
  • Data entry / Good written communication
  • Case management / Patient education
  • Organizational skills
  • Medical terminology

References

  • Dr. Gilberto Torres, Ciudad Juárez General Hospital, +52 656 629 33 00
  • Dr. Cesar Marquez, Durango University, Juárez Campus, +52 656 199 4404
  • Dr. Omar Sanchez Solis, Santa Maria de Guadalupe Hospital, +52 656 299 1884
  • Dr. Hernan Acosta, Fundación Best A.C., +52 614 241 1620
  • Shawna Murphy, Styles Smart VA, +1 817-9482983
  • Laura Garcia, La Di Da Beauty, +1 775-815-07-83
  • Alexandra Willis Lead Medical Scribe +1 915 272 6131
  • Arcelia Lopez Nurse Practitioner, Dr Arturo Hernandez Family Clinic, +1 915 309 4310

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Medical Scribe

Dr Arturo Hernandez Family Clinic
12.2024 - 01.2025

Scheduling Coordinator

Styles Smart VA & La Di Da Beauty
02.2024 - 09.2024

General Practitioner

Fundación Best A.C.
03.2023 - 01.2024

Medical Social Service Intern

Santa Maria de Guadalupe Hospital
08.2022 - 08.2023

Medical Intern

Secretaría de Salud
01.2021 - 03.2022

Bachelor's Degree - General Medicine

Durango University

Jr. High & High School -

Lydia Patterson Institute
Edith Patricia Sarmiento Garcia