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Ericka Cartagena

Elizabeth,NJ

Summary

Healthcare support professional experienced in patient care and staff support. Offers communication skills, knowledge of continuous demands and background with high-volume work. Looking to put knowledge and abilities to good use in fast-paced position focused exceeding expectations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

AFC Urgent Care
West Orange, NJ
02.2022 - Current
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
  • Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
  • Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.

Medical Assistant

Care Station Medical Group
Springfield, NJ
02.2019 - 01.2022
  • Greet and welcome patients and visitors.
  • Prepare the examination room and escort patient into the room.
  • Clean examination room when exam is complete.
  • Ensure proper preparation for patient visit.
  • Prepare pertinent information needed for patient visit.
  • Maintain efficient patient flow.
  • Consistently and accurately stock examination rooms and lab with all necessary supplies.
  • Employ appropriate and timely use of office time.
  • Assist doctor in procedures, exams and other necessary tasks.
  • Accurately document allergies and other pertinent information in patient charts.
  • Measure vital signs; including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in patient’s chart.
  • Give instructions to patients as instructed by physician or physician assistant.
  • Perform Venipunctures, Injections, Blood Alcohol Test, Drug Screens, EKG, Audiometry, Pulmonary Function Test, Titmus test, I-Pro, Retina View test, Sudoscan test, Ankle-Brachial index test and Covid-19 nasal swabs.
  • Distribute DME equipment to patient after physicians order.

Medical Assistant

Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Elizabeth, NJ
11.2018 - 02.2019
  • Answer and screen phone calls.
  • Schedule appointments.
  • Perform EKG.
  • Check vital signs.
  • Update and file patient medical records.
  • Gather charts and patient co-pays.
  • Verify Insurance.
  • Explain procedures to patients.

Medical Assistant

University Medical Professional
, NJ
05.2018 - 11.2018
  • Communicate and provide care consistent with age, cultural, spiritual and developmental needs of the patient.
  • Answer the telephone in an appropriate manner.
  • Screen and direct calls and take accurate messages.
  • Schedule appointments accurately and appropriately according to departmental guidelines.
  • Consistently and accurately stock examination rooms and lab with all necessary supplies.
  • Effectively communicate problems, concerns or issues to the Supervisor appropriately and promptly.
  • Employ appropriate and timely use of office time.
  • Assist doctor in procedures, exams and other necessary tasks.
  • Accurately document allergies and other pertinent information in patient charts.
  • Measure vital signs; including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in patient’s chart.
  • Give instructions to patients as instructed by physician or physician assistant.
  • Perform EKG’s and Spirometry test on each patient.

Medical Assistant

Dr. Rekha Sharma MD
Elizabeth, NJ
08.2016 - 04.2018
  • Greet incoming patients and visitors.
  • Answer telephones and screen calls.
  • Schedule and confirm appointments.
  • Verify insurances and process co-pays.
  • Translate for physicians and Spanish speaking patients.
  • Escort patients to exam rooms and interview patients.
  • Measure vital signs and document all information in patient’s chart.
  • Maintain daily files and front desk organized.
  • Keep exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies.
  • Perform EKG’s on each patient.
  • Glucose Tests, Allergy Tests, ABI (Ankle-Brachial Index) Tests, PFT (Pulmonary Function Tests) and Balance Testing.
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Education

Certificate -

Health Care Training Institute
Union, NJ

Skills

  • HIPAA compliance
  • Office Administration
  • Proper sterilization techniques
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Venipuncture and phlebotomy
  • Inventory and supply management
  • Wound care and irrigation
  • Understands medical procedures
  • Charting expertise
  • Preparing specimens and samples
  • Diagnostic procedures
  • Sterile technique
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Respiratory equipment utilization
  • Lab equipment setup
  • Vital sign monitors
  • Stocking supplies
  • Quick problem solver
  • Pulmonary function tests (PFTs)
  • Restocking lab supplies
  • Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Bilingual in Spanish
  • Sharps Disposal
  • Updating Medical Records
  • Operating EKG Equipment
  • Administering Immunizations
  • Cleaning and Organizing
  • Routine Laboratory Testing
  • Proper Waste Disposal
  • EMR Systems
  • Removing Sutures
  • OSHA Regulations

Certification

  • Licensed Certified Clinical Medical Assistant 10/2017- 09/2022
  • Certification #R8P7S2L9

Timeline

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

AFC Urgent Care
02.2022 - Current

Medical Assistant

Care Station Medical Group
02.2019 - 01.2022

Medical Assistant

Trinitas Regional Medical Center
11.2018 - 02.2019

Medical Assistant

University Medical Professional
05.2018 - 11.2018

Medical Assistant

Dr. Rekha Sharma MD
08.2016 - 04.2018

Certificate -

Health Care Training Institute

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