Gisella Christensen
Jacksonville,Oregon
Summary
Accomplished Certified Medical Assistant with a proven track record at Apree Health, enhancing patient outcomes through effective education on healthcare procedures and meticulous management of medical records. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and bilingual communication. Excel in creating a patient-focused environment, evidenced by a 20% improvement in patient satisfaction. Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 28 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Apree Health
07.2022 - Current
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Measured patient spirometry.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Rogue Regional Medical Center
10.2016 - 04.2022
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- 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.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Measured patient spirometry.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Certified Medical Assistant
Family Practice Group
07.2014 - 09.2016
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Certified Medical Assistant
LA CLINICA DEL VALLE
06.1996 - 08.2014
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate medical assistance during appointments.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals for patient referrals, ensuring a seamless transition and continuation of care.
- Increased patient safety by meticulously following infection control protocols and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Consistently maintained up-to-date certifications, demonstrating dedication to professional development and quality patient care.
- Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
- Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
- Optimized inventory management, ordering supplies as needed while minimizing waste and adhering to budget constraints.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Measured patient spirometry.
Education
No Degree - Medical Terminology, Pre Requisites
Rogue Community Collegue
Medford, OR03-1993
Associate of Applied Science - Hotel Managment
Cenfotur
Lima Peru01-1987
High School Diploma -
ST. Marks School
Lima Peru12-1986
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Electronic Health Records
- Bilingual Fluent Spanish/English
- Inventory and supply management
- Insurance confirmation
- Treatment setup
- Medical records oversight
- Patient documentation
- Healthcare procedures
- Patient Scheduling
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Payment Collection
- Specimens collection and processing
- Inventory Management
- HIPAA compliance
- Workflow organization
- Customer service
- Direct patient care
- Immunization administration
- Reliable team player
- Phlebotomy
- Data entry
- Compassionate
- CPR
- Patient relations
- Adaptable
- Simple dressings
- Insurance verification
- Trustworthy companion
- Compassionate caregiver
Certification
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant 10/26/2025
- Certified BLS - 06/2025
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Contact
Jacksonville, Oregon 97530
Education
Lima Peru, Medford, OR
Hobbies and Interests
Traveling and making connections.
Playing music
solving puzzles
Painting.
Camping, Dancing, cooking, hiking, Traveling
I enjoy spending time outdoors conecting with nature.
I love to cook for my family and friends and bringing the flavors of Peru to them since I was born in Lima.
I love to dance to all types of music. It makes me Happy.
I enjoy hiking and explore new places . It brings joy into my life.
Travel is beautiful and Fun. You learn so much from different places.
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Apree Health
07.2022 - Current
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Rogue Regional Medical Center
10.2016 - 04.2022
Certified Medical Assistant
Family Practice Group
07.2014 - 09.2016
Certified Medical Assistant
LA CLINICA DEL VALLE
06.1996 - 08.2014
No Degree - Medical Terminology, Pre Requisites
Rogue Community Collegue
Associate of Applied Science - Hotel Managment
Cenfotur
High School Diploma -
ST. Marks School
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