Gema Contreras
Summary
3 + years of experience as Medical Assistant/ Patient Care Associate- Clinic Nursing background includes working in Med/Surg, Critical care Experienced Working in Clinic and Hospital Bilingual (English and Spanish) Responsible for register and documented patients vital signs Experience in registered and documented patients EKG readings Experience in performed phlebotomy (draw blood) Experience working with Adults.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Associate (Agency ETeam Inc)
NYC Health + Hospitals/ Gotham Health Gouverneur
New York, NY
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Registered and documented patient EKG Reading.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Performed A1C, HIV testing, pregnancy test, Glucose test, COVID-19 test and dipstick urinalysis test.
- Proficient in using EMR system such as EPIC system to document patient information
- Performed administrative duties such as Scheduling patient appointments, scanning and faxing.
- Maintained clean, safe environment and well-organized patient environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted with patient transfers and ambulation.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Performed patient mobility services by turning, lifting, moving and repositioning patients.
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Collaborated with patients, families and physicians to provide emotional support and answer any questions regarding patient medical care.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Dental Assistant/ Patient Care Associate - Clinic
Ajmera's Dentistry
Queens, NY
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Mount radiographs/X-Rays
- prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Manual dexterity to perform tasks
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information such as patient insurance eligibility and benefits and maintaining records.
- Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Medical Assistant/ Patients Care Associate-Clinic
Jose D. Aristy MD PC
New York, NY
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduled patient appointments and prepare patient records.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- 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.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Proficient in using EMR system such as eClinicalWorks software to document patient information
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Medical Assistant/ Patient Care Associate - Clinic
Sun River Health The Hub (Externship)
The Bronx, NY
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Recording patient Medical History & Appointment scheduling
- Electrocardiography (EKG) and Phlebotomy
- Administering injections.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Medical Assistant
Swedish Institute College of Health Sciences
151 W 26th St, New York, NY 1000109.2022
High School Diploma -
James Baldwin High School
351 W 18th St, New York, Ny 1001108.2017
Skills
- Multitasking Ability
- Medical Terminology
- EKG Interpretation
- First Aid and Safety
- Proficient in Epic system & eClinicalworks software
- Phlebotomy
- Care Plan Management
- Healthcare Operations
- Care Plan Assessment
- Progress Documentation
- Time Management
- CPR Certification
Preferred Location
Bronx, NY, 10472
Certification
Basic Life Support BLS certification (American Heart Association)
Certified Registered Medical Assistant RMA (American Medical Technologists AMT)
Certify Workplace BloodBorne Pathogens (National Safety Compliance OSHA)
Timeline
Patient Care Associate (Agency ETeam Inc)
NYC Health + Hospitals/ Gotham Health Gouverneur
03.2023 - 07.2023
Dental Assistant/ Patient Care Associate - Clinic
Ajmera's Dentistry
04.2022 - 02.2023
Medical Assistant/ Patients Care Associate-Clinic
Jose D. Aristy MD PC
01.2022 - 03.2022
Medical Assistant/ Patient Care Associate - Clinic
Sun River Health The Hub (Externship)
03.2021 - 08.2021
Associate of Science - Registered Medical Assistant
Swedish Institute College of Health Sciences
High School Diploma -
James Baldwin High School
Basic Life Support BLS certification (American Heart Association)
Certified Registered Medical Assistant RMA (American Medical Technologists AMT)
Certify Workplace BloodBorne Pathogens (National Safety Compliance OSHA)
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