GABRIELA FLORES
Goleta,CA
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with a proven history of superior performance at individual, team, and organizational levels. Successfully multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional with a medical background and team-building skills. Proficient in clinical and administrative duties, with a focus on prioritizing quality patient care and operational efficiency. Demonstrated ability to manage complex tasks and coordinate across disciplines to support and enhance the overall patient care experience.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Cottage Health
07.2007 - Current
- Performed vital signs, triage patients, collecting new/potential patient medical history. Retrieved Specialist consults/notes, medical records, Imaging and other testing using multiple EMR/EHR systems.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Reconciled physicians daily schedule including but not limited to POC patient preparation, EKG, Bloodwork up, A1C/Glucose, Breathing treatments, Vaccine verification.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Facilitated continuity of care through proper scheduling of follow-up appointments based on physician recommendations.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals for patient referrals, ensuring a seamless transition and continuation of care.
- Optimized inventory management, ordering supplies as needed while minimizing waste and adhering to budget constraints.
Medical Assistant
Dr. John Kunz (INTERNSHIP)
12.2003 - 06.2004
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office such as UA analysis.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective effective treatment.
Cash Office Supervisor
Macys Corporate Services
07.2002 - 03.2007
- Audited daily cashier transactions, identifying errors and providing constructive feedback to improve performance.
- Made daily cash deposits to company bank.
- Managed and maintained inventory stock
- Reduced cashier shortages by conducting thorough investigations into discrepancies and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Promoted a positive work environment by consistently exhibiting professionalism, courtesy, and respect toward colleagues and customers alike.
- Cross-trained in cash office and customer service roles in order to provide skilled backup for team members
Education
Medical Assistant Certification - Medical Assisting
Santa Barbara Business College
Santa Barbara, CA03-2004
High School Diploma -
Santa Barbara High School
Santa Barbara, CA06-2002
Skills
- POC Testing (Vital Signs, EKG’s, Holter Monitor placement, A1C, Glucose, Ear Irrigation)
- CPR
- Medical terminology proficiency
- EHR/EMR (Epic/ Greenway/Allscripts) Microsoft (Word, Excel, Spreadsheet & PowerPoint)
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Assist in medical office procedures
- Wound care assistance
- Monthly Quality Control, Inventory and supply management
- Insurance authorizations
- Medical office administration and Patient scheduling
- Patient care coordination
Certification
American Medical Technologists
Registered Medical Assistant - Certification #: 2770893 (Exp. 02/01/2025) American Heart Association
BLS/CPR/AED Certified (Exp. 03/31/2023) eCard Code - 215411995223
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
Specialties Experience
Pediatric Gastroenterology- Surgery- Bariatric Surgery- Oncology/Hematology- Cardiology- Endocrinology- Neurology
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Cottage Health
07.2007 - Current
Medical Assistant
Dr. John Kunz (INTERNSHIP)
12.2003 - 06.2004
Cash Office Supervisor
Macys Corporate Services
07.2002 - 03.2007
American Medical Technologists
Registered Medical Assistant - Certification #: 2770893 (Exp. 02/01/2025) American Heart Association
BLS/CPR/AED Certified (Exp. 03/31/2023) eCard Code - 215411995223
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
Medical Assistant Certification - Medical Assisting
Santa Barbara Business College
High School Diploma -
Santa Barbara High School
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