EVELYN PAGUADA
Miramar,FL
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Lead Medical Assistant with over 17 years of experience supporting a busy gynecologic oncology practice. Skilled in patient triage, clinical procedures, and team coordination. Recognized for maintaining a high standard of patient care, strong organizational skills, and effective communication in both English and Spanish.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Medical Assistant
Dr. Emery Salom, Gynecologic , Urologist Oncologis
10.2007 - Current
- Perform patient triage, including obtaining and documenting vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints.
- Prepare and maintain exam and procedure rooms, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and readiness for patient care.
- Maintain medical inventory by ordering, stocking, and organizing supplies, exam rooms, and storage areas.
- Assist providers with in-office procedures, including bladder instillations, Foley catheter insertion and removal, and injections.
- Perform phlebotomy and collect specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Reconcile and review patient test results; communicate results and provider recommendations to patients.
- Prepare and organize patient charts and documentation for daily schedules.
- Conduct weekly and monthly autoclave maintenance to ensure sterilization compliance.
- Perform monthly crash cart and medication maintenance to meet safety and regulatory standards.
- Serve as team lead by ensuring smooth clinic workflow, supporting staff, and maintaining high standards of patient care.
Medical Assistant
Mount Sinai Radiology Oncology Medical Center
09.2004 - 10.2006
- Assisted healthcare providers with examinations and treatments, facilitating efficient workflow. Transport patient to and from treatment area, assist with wound care.
- Educated patients on medication usage and post-treatment care, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- 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.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
Medical Assistant
Ramiro Coro
07.2002 - 08.2004
- Administered patient care, including , drawing blood and injections,vital sign monitoring and assistance with examinations.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and managed medical records for efficiency.
- Supported healthcare providers by preparing examination rooms and ensuring necessary supplies were available.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication adherence to enhance outcomes.
- 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.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Education
Medical Assistant Program -
National School of Technology
Miami, FL04.2002
Skills
- Patient triage and assessment
- Phlebotomy and specimen collection
- Clinical and administrative support
- Medical inventory management
- Autoclave and equipment maintenance
- Electronic health records (EHR)
- Procedure assistance (Foley catheter, bladder instillation, injections)
- Team leadership and workflow coordination
Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
- EKG Certification
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Lead Medical Assistant
Dr. Emery Salom, Gynecologic , Urologist Oncologis
10.2007 - Current
Medical Assistant
Mount Sinai Radiology Oncology Medical Center
09.2004 - 10.2006
Medical Assistant
Ramiro Coro
07.2002 - 08.2004
Medical Assistant Program -
National School of Technology