Evelyn Farias
Pasco,WA
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
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Advance Medical Assistant
Pacific Cataract And Laser Institute
06.2022 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
Lead Chiropractic Assistant
Advanced Family Chiropractic
01.2018 - 06.2022
- Prepared examination rooms with necessary equipment, promoting efficient appointment flow while prioritizing sanitation protocols.
- Educated patients on chiropractic care benefits, resulting in increased referrals and new client acquisition.
- Input patient data into computer system using ChiroTouch and checked information for accuracy.
- Performed electric muscle stimulation, massage, and mechanical traction.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various therapeutic modalities like ultrasound therapy or electrical stimulation under chiropractor supervision for better treatment outcomes.
- Assisted chiropractors with patient care, ensuring accurate documentation and treatment plans.
- Increased patient retention through exceptional customer service and follow-up communications.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss practice improvement initiatives for continuous quality enhancement.
Medical Assistant
Tri CitiesDigestive Health
02.2016 - 01.2018
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
09.2011 - 01.2017
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- 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 delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
Education
Associate of Science -
Wenatchee Valley College
Wenatchee, WA06.2009
High School Diploma -
Kennewick High School
Kennewick, WA06.2008
Skills
- Customer Service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Medical Procedures
- Medical Records Management
- First Aid
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Medical Office Management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software
NexGen
ChiroTouch
Timeline
Advance Medical Assistant
Pacific Cataract And Laser Institute
06.2022 - Current
Lead Chiropractic Assistant
Advanced Family Chiropractic
01.2018 - 06.2022
Medical Assistant
Tri CitiesDigestive Health
02.2016 - 01.2018
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
09.2011 - 01.2017
Associate of Science -
Wenatchee Valley College
High School Diploma -
Kennewick High School