Grace Mercado
Medical Assistant
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
RPS Primary Center
Kissimmee, FL
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Private Caregiver
Delia Rios
Kissimmee, FL
09.2006 - 02.2021
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
Medical Assistant
Dr. Torres
Kissimmee, FL
07.2003 - 11.2005
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Education
Medical Assisting
Metro Tech College
Orlando, FL 06.2002 - 03.2003
International Junior College Ponce College of Tech
Ponce, PR 04.1994 - 11.1995
Skills
Patient Assessments
Efficient and reliable team player
Electrocardiographic rhythm recognition
Using a centrifuge
Patient Scheduling
Phlebotomy
Assisting with physical exams
Compassionate,
Monitoring patient progress
Simple dressings
Certification
Licensed [LPN)
Crocheting, Sewing
I have over 18 years of crocheting and sewing
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Medical Assistant
RPS Primary Center
01.2022 - Current
Private Caregiver
Delia Rios
09.2006 - 02.2021
Medical Assistant
Dr. Torres
07.2003 - 11.2005
Medical Assisting
Metro Tech College
06.2002 - 03.2003
International Junior College Ponce College of Tech
04.1994 - 11.1995