Emily Hernandez
Whitestone,NY
Summary
Highly motivated and energetic medical assistant with an innate ability to foster relationships, make a lasting impression on those around me, and develop effective processes that contribute to the success of my peers, associates, customers, and patients. Regarded as a passionate leader, critical thinker, innovator, and a technical specialist.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
City Medical Center
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Medical Office Assistant
OPTUM Pediatrics
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Elevated patient care with a positive friendly disposition in welcoming each patient help make their appointment a comfortable and positive experience
- Relied upon to maintain schedule changes and notifying patients if their appointment has been altered in any way avoiding double bookings
- Pulled patient charts before the appointment making certain all pertinent information was filed at the end of each visit
- Confirmed insurance information, along with updating any personal information and process copays
Medical Assistant
Garden OBGYN
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Recorded patient histories, monitored, and recorded vital signs into the electronic health records system
- Communicated lab results and other pertinent medical information to patients call in prescriptions, maintain procedure, patient, and pharmaceutical logs
- Set up and maintained patient treatment areas and prepare patients for examinations
- Wound Care and Irrigation
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- IV Discontinuation
- Assisting with Physical Exams
- Direct Patient Care
- Simple Dressings
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- EKG Set Up and Monitoring
Medical Assistant
Centro Medico De Las Americas
08.2018 - 09.2021
- Consistently praised for efficient handling of customer service duties (e.g., answering phones, typing prescriptions, patient processing, and billing) that allowed Pharmacists and pharmacy staff to focus on the health concerns of their patients
- Helped implement pharmacy's quality assurance and control program
- Reacted calmly and effectively in emergency situations, and added the personal, caring touch that immediately put patients at ease
Education
EKG/Phlebotomy Technician Certification -
The New York Medical Career Training Center
Registered Nursing -
LaGuardia Community College
09.2024
Skills
- CPR
- Patient-focused care
- Phlebotomy
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Wound care and irrigation
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant
City Medical Center
12.2022 - Current
Medical Office Assistant
OPTUM Pediatrics
11.2022 - 01.2023
Medical Assistant
Garden OBGYN
12.2021 - 01.2023
Medical Assistant
Centro Medico De Las Americas
08.2018 - 09.2021
Registered Nursing -
LaGuardia Community College
EKG/Phlebotomy Technician Certification -
The New York Medical Career Training Center
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