ELENA LOPEZ
Sanford,FL
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Advent Health Medical Group
10.2023 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected Vitals and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Answered/Managed approximately 30 incoming calls and faxes per day from patients/caregivers.
Certified Medical Assistant
Allergy And Asthma Associates Of Central Florida
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment
- Collected and documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments
- Directed over 20 patients to exam rooms daily, 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
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight
- Conducted Pulmonary Function tests and documented results in patients chart
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments
- Administered allergy/immunotherapy injections and Biologic Injections
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements
- Answered over 15 patient assistance calls daily, assessed needs, and offered qualified support
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care.
Patient Care Technician
Deltona Health Care
02.2020 - 05.2022
- Delivered individualized patient care to up to 16 patients a day by recording vital signs, documenting observations, and evaluating patient needs.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing. As well as ensure all patients were cleaned and changed often.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
Patient Transporter
Arnold/Winnie Palmer Hospital
07.2015 - 09.2017
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands
- Transported over 50 patients daily to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection
- Assisted with discharge process by escorting patients with belongings to leave facility safely and comfortably
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome
- Assisted patients in moving out of beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or medical transport vans
- Performed Car seat education along with Car seat checks and inspections
- Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Advent Health University
Orlando, FL09.2027
Certification For Medical Assisting: Medical Assisting -
Florida Technical College
DeLand, FL08.2023
High School Diploma -
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL02.2015
Skills
- Updating Medical Records
- Telephonic Triage
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Scheduling
- Operating EKG Equipment
- Electronic Health Records
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Performing EKGs
- Administering Immunizations
- Skin Pricks
- Coordinating Drug Refills
- Medical Terminology
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- BLS With AHA, 05/01/23-05/01/25
Awards
- Dean's List 2024
- Honor Roll 2024 for maintaining a 4.0 GPA
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Advent Health Medical Group
10.2023 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Allergy And Asthma Associates Of Central Florida
05.2022 - 10.2023
Patient Care Technician
Deltona Health Care
02.2020 - 05.2022
Patient Transporter
Arnold/Winnie Palmer Hospital
07.2015 - 09.2017
Certification For Medical Assisting: Medical Assisting -
Florida Technical College
High School Diploma -
Seminole State College of Florida
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Advent Health University
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