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Esmeralda N. Sanchez

Houston,TX

Summary

As a dedicated and experienced medical professional with over 8 years of extensive experience in clinical and administrative roles, I have consistently demonstrated my commitment to providing high-quality patient care and effective healthcare management. My background encompasses hands-on clinical expertise, strong administrative capabilities, and a deep understanding of healthcare operations, making me a well-rounded candidate for roles that require both medical and managerial proficiency. I aim to leverage my skills and experience to contribute to a dynamic healthcare organization, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and efficient operational processes.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant

UT Physicians Multispeciality
12.2022 - Current
  • Assisting providers during patient examinations and procedures, ensuring a comfortable and reassuring environment for children and their families
  • Recording vital signs, patient histories, and other medical information accurately and efficiently
  • Administering vaccinations and medications as directed by healthcare providers, adhering to established protocols and safety measures
  • Educating patients and their families about preventive care, vaccines, medications and treatment plans
  • Maintaining inventory of medical supplies and equipment, restocking as needed to ensure smooth clinic operations.

Medical Assistant/Patient Access Service Representative

UT Physicians Urgent Care Center - Bayshore
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Cross-trained in various departments, including pediatrics, orthopedics, and family medicine. This extensive training enabled me to gain comprehensive experience and enhance versatility, allowing me to provide high-quality care across multiple specialties
  • Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations, procedures, and treatments
  • Performed vital signs measurements, EKGs, phlebotomy and specimen collections
  • Communicated effectively with patients to provide instructions regarding medications, treatments, and follow-up care
  • Greeted and registered patients promptly upon arrival, obtaining and verifying demographic and insurance information
  • Verified patient insurance coverage and benefits, explained financial responsibilities, and collected co-payments or fees

Medical Assistant

Edward W. Leahey, M.D., P.A.
02.2019 - 10.2021
  • Successfully managed and approved over 100 prior authorizations for medications. Additionally, provided valuable assistance in securing financial support to cover medication costs for patients, ensuring they received the necessary treatments without financial burden.
  • Assisted physician during patient consultations, treadmill stress tests and other cardiac procedures, while ensuring a smooth and efficient patient flow
  • Recorded accurate and detailed patient medical histories, including cardiovascular risk factors, symptoms, and medication usage
  • Performed EKGs and other cardiac diagnostic tests
  • Coordinated cardiac monitoring services, including holter and event monitoring, ensuring proper placement and timely retrieval of devices

Medical Assistant

Town & Country Family Physicians
08.2017 - 01.2018
  • Assisted physician during patient examinations, procedures, and minor surgical interventions, ensuring a comfortable and supportive environment for patients
  • Recorded comprehensive patient medical histories, including past medical conditions, medications, allergies and family medical history
  • Performed vital sign measurements, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiratory rate, accurately documenting findings in patient records
  • Conducted basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis, specimen collections, blood glucose monitoring and preparing specimens for analysis and communicating results to healthcare providers.

Education

Associates of Science - Natural Science

San Jacinto College
Houston, TX
12.2024

Associates of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

San Jacinto College
Houston
12.2022

Medical Assisting Certificate -

San Jacinto College
Houston, TX
2016

Skills

  • Strong communicator fluently bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Highly skilled in various Microsoft 365 applications including Teams, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Capable of learning complex software and experienced in EMR systems such as eClinicalWorks, and EPIC
  • CPR & Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Timeline

Medical Assistant

UT Physicians Multispeciality
12.2022 - Current

Medical Assistant/Patient Access Service Representative

UT Physicians Urgent Care Center - Bayshore
03.2022 - 12.2022

Medical Assistant

Edward W. Leahey, M.D., P.A.
02.2019 - 10.2021

Medical Assistant

Town & Country Family Physicians
08.2017 - 01.2018

Associates of Science - Natural Science

San Jacinto College

Associates of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

San Jacinto College

Medical Assisting Certificate -

San Jacinto College
Esmeralda N. Sanchez