Franchesca Buenrostro
Newark,CA
Summary
Reliable Medical Assistant Extern committed to patient advocacy and collaboration with medical staff to improve patient communications. Outstanding multitasker and team player proficient in medical software and EMR system operations. Well-versed in charting patients, taking vitals and assessing patients.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Medical Assistant Extern
Civic Medical Center
Fremont, CA
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Collected histories, vitals, and current complaints via patient interviews.
- Welcomed patients and inquired about wellbeing since last treatment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Scheduled appointments and tests to coordinate patient care.
- Prepared exam and treatment rooms for patient visits, availing all necessary supplies and equipment.
- Helped with patient preparation and recovery to support patient comfort and well-being.
- Prepared, administered and documented medications under direction of licensed medical provider.
- Assisted with medical research projects to apply and expand knowledge.
- Transcribed physician orders and instructions to minimize risk of miscommunication.
- Performed medical chart reviews to confirm accuracy and completeness.
- Provided patient education to improve understanding and self-care.
- Sought feedback and guidance from supervisors to continuously improve performance.
- Maintained clean and safe clinic environment to prevent injuries.
- Communicated with patients and families to answer questions and provide reassurance.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Education
Ohlone College
Fremont, CA 09.2021 - Current
Skills
Monitoring patient progress
Patient Assessments
Patient Scheduling
EMR / EHR
Medical Records Management
Medical office administration
Simple dressings
Interpersonal Communication
Problem-Solving
Active Listening
Completing insurance forms
Payment collection
Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Medical Assistant Extern
Civic Medical Center
03.2022 - 05.2022
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Education
Ohlone College
09.2021 - Current