Gladys Aponte Williams
Nanuet,NY
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering 19 years experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Montefiore Hospital Breast Cancer Center
Nyack , New York
07.2020 - Current
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse. Drew labs for Genetic Testing .Worked on CSP Program Audits.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Medical Assistant
Dermatology Center Of Rockland
Orangeburg, New York
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Medical Assistant
Highland Medical P.C./Pulmonary /Medical
Garnerville, New York
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Medical Assistant
North Rockland Pediatrics
Garnerville , New York
05.2008 - 01.2017
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
Education
New York State PCA Certification -
Community HealthCare
Spring Valley, NV07-2024
GED -
Nyack Boces Educational Center
Nyack, NY06-2005
Medical Assistant Certificate -
Boces Educational Center
Nyack, NY06-2005
Skills
- EMR, Nextgen ,Epic EMR,Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Phlebotomy
- Patient Scheduling
- Vital sign monitors
- HIPAA Compliance
- Procedure Assistance
- Patient Flow Management
- Medical Terminology
- Patient-focused care
- Appointment Setting
- Patient toileting
- Preparing specimens and samples
- Patient bathing
- Medical Procedures
- Electronic Medical Records
- First Aid
- Team management and supervision
- CPR Certified
- PCA Certified
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Montefiore Hospital Breast Cancer Center
07.2020 - Current
Medical Assistant
Dermatology Center Of Rockland
08.2019 - 03.2020
Medical Assistant
Highland Medical P.C./Pulmonary /Medical
07.2017 - 07.2019
Medical Assistant
North Rockland Pediatrics
05.2008 - 01.2017
New York State PCA Certification -
Community HealthCare
GED -
Nyack Boces Educational Center
Medical Assistant Certificate -
Boces Educational Center
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