Elizabeth Renderos
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Experienced bilingual medical assistant with 17+ years in providing compassionate care to diverse patient populations. Focused on enhancing patient satisfaction through attentive service and effective problem-solving. Expertise in coordinating patient care and facilitating communication between patients and healthcare providers. Dedicated to fostering a supportive healthcare environment.
Overview
1
1
Language
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Utilization care coordin
Sharp Community Medical Group
San Diego, CA
02.2025 - Current
- Coordinated utilization reviews to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Reviewed treatment authorizations and ensured timely approvals for services.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to evaluate patient care plans effectively.
- Collaborated with providers and health plans to ensure quality of care and accuracy of claims processing.
- Analyzed medical records to determine appropriate levels of care and resources.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic health records systems efficiently.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Genesis HealthCare Urology
06.2021 - 01.2025
- Conducted patient intake, collecting vital signs and performing urine analyses to support accurate assessments. Facilitated lab orders, ensuring timely testing and diagnosis for improved patient care. Provided patient education on procedures and post-care instructions. Assisted in setup and execution of vasectomy and injection procedures. Managed durable medical equipment (DME) and prescription prior authorizations. Coordinated resource duties to streamline workflow and support team efficiency.
- Assisted healthcare providers in patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordinated appointments for efficient workflow.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured proper sterilization of instruments.
Healthcare Partner
Sharp Memorial Hospital
San Diego, CA
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Sharp Memorial Hospital Neurotrauma unit 06/2022-12/2022 Provided healthcare support as a bedside attendant in a neurotrauma unit.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients during recovery.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
Medical Assistant
Sharp Ree-Stealy
09.2017 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with 4 physician assistants and 2 MD surgeons in otolaryngology, conducting patient intake, vital signs assessment, managing prescriptions, providing patient education, scheduling appointments, and assisting with frozen section cases, sterile setup, and specimen collection.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and medical procedures.
- Accurately collected and documented patient medical histories and vital signs to support effective diagnosis and treatment.
- Prepared examination rooms by sterilizing instruments and ensuring cleanliness.
- Educated patients on medication instructions and follow-up care guidelines.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and appointment reminders to enhance clinic workflow and minimize delays.
- Coordinated laboratory tests and communicated results to healthcare providers.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
SCRIPPS CLINIC
04.2015 - 08.2017
- Dermatology Office, Coordinated patient check-in and appointment scheduling to streamline office operations., Assisted in surgical procedures by preparing instruments and supporting surgeons, scribing patient charting, Executed opening and closing tasks, securing premises and preparing for surgical operations, Documented patient orders in electronic systems, ensuring accuracy in treatment processes
- Assisted healthcare providers during patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient scheduling and maintained appointment calendars efficiently.
- Recorded patient medical histories and vital signs accurately.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
CONCORDE CAREER COLLEGE
09.2013 - 04.2015
- Instructed medical assistant and medical administrative assistant courses in ICD-9 and CPT coding, medical terminology, EHR, anatomy and physiology, injections and blood draws, vital signs, wound care, patient management, and customer service.
- Assisted physicians during patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient scheduling and appointment confirmations efficiently.
- Collected and documented patient medical histories accurately.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
KAMALI OBGYN
01.2013 - 09.2013
- Conducted patient intake, recorded vital signs, assisted with ultrasounds, colposcopy, circumcision, and pap smears, coordinated referrals, managed patient interactions, administered medications, and performed venipuncture
- Assisted physicians during patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient scheduling and appointment coordination effectively.
- Prepared and maintained examination rooms for urology consultations.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
LIFETIME WOMEN'S HEALTHCARE
06.2010 - 12.2012
- Monitored vital signs to promote patient stability, Coordinated referrals and performed venipuncture for patient procedures.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-ups efficiently.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
SOUTH BAY OBGYN
01.2007 - 06.2010
- Provided patient care in clinical setting, conducted intake and vital signs, prepared for procedures, supported minor office procedures, arranged referrals, handled patient callbacks, collected specimens, and executed opening and closing duties.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient scheduling and appointment coordination efficiently.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for patient visits.
Education
Medical Assistant Certification - MEDICAL ASSISTANT
PIMA MEDICAL INSTITUTE
CHULA VISTA, CA03-2007
High School Diploma -
HILLTOP HIGH SCHOOL
CHULA VISTA, CA05-2000
Skills
- Utilization review
- Care coordination
- Patient care coordination
- Utilization analysis
- Electronic health records
- Regulatory compliance
- Vital signs assessment
- Care resource management
- Patient education
- Performance evaluation
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Task prioritization
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Utilization care coordin
Sharp Community Medical Group
02.2025 - Current
Healthcare Partner
Sharp Memorial Hospital
06.2022 - 12.2022
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Genesis HealthCare Urology
06.2021 - 01.2025
Medical Assistant
Sharp Ree-Stealy
09.2017 - 06.2021
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
SCRIPPS CLINIC
04.2015 - 08.2017
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
CONCORDE CAREER COLLEGE
09.2013 - 04.2015
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
KAMALI OBGYN
01.2013 - 09.2013
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
LIFETIME WOMEN'S HEALTHCARE
06.2010 - 12.2012
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
SOUTH BAY OBGYN
01.2007 - 06.2010
Medical Assistant Certification - MEDICAL ASSISTANT
PIMA MEDICAL INSTITUTE
High School Diploma -
HILLTOP HIGH SCHOOL