HILDA TERRAZAS
Merced,United States
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. Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Scheduling Specialist
El Portal Imaging Center
Merced
01.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with radiologists and other medical staff to determine appropriate testing schedules and protocols.
- Assessed patient eligibility for radiology studies according to protocol guidelines.
- Verified insurance coverage for radiology procedures to ensure accurate billing practices.
- Performed data entry tasks as needed, such as entering information into electronic health records.
- Monitored changes in regulations regarding radiology procedures and communicated updates to colleagues.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries in a timely manner.
- Resolved any conflicts or issues related to scheduling errors or missed appointments.
- Scheduled diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CT scans, ultrasounds and MRIs for patients.
Back Office Lead Medical Assistant
Merced Faculty Associates
Merced, CA
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician
- Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms helping patients with diverse needs
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels
- Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens
- Triaged incoming calls for provider to determine callers' needs for immediate appointments or scheduled visits
- Precepted newly hired medical assistants to train each on office procedures and important tasks
- Monitored office procedures to correct problems and implement proactive improvements for better patient flow.
Back Office Lead Medical Assistant
Christian Gallery MD
Merced, United States
01.2006 - 03.2020
- Triaged incoming calls for provider to determine callers' needs for immediate appointments or scheduled visits
- Precepted newly hired medical assistants to train each on office procedures and important tasks
- Monitored office procedures to correct problems and implement proactive improvements for better patient flow
- Documented patient information in patient charts
- Enforced department policies and procedures to keep team operating effectively and delivering top-notch care
- Assisted physicians and nurses with clinical procedures.
Education
LVN Graduate (not Licensed) But With The Experience - Nursing
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA04-2004
Medical Assistant Job Training -
MFA Medical Group
Merced, CASkills
- Report Preparation and Analysis
- Diagnostic Testing
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Team Management
- Updating Medical Records
- Chart Preparation and Documentation
- Clinical and Operational Judgement
- Wound Care and Irrigation
- Staff Training
- Operating and Performing EKG Equipment
- Punch Biopsies
- Cleaning and Organizing Medical Equipment
- CLIA Certified Testing
- Medical Coding
- Proper Sterilization Techniques
- Inventory and Supply Management
- HIPAA Compliance
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Scheduling Specialist
El Portal Imaging Center
01.2023 - Current
Back Office Lead Medical Assistant
Merced Faculty Associates
04.2021 - 06.2022
Back Office Lead Medical Assistant
Christian Gallery MD
01.2006 - 03.2020
LVN Graduate (not Licensed) But With The Experience - Nursing
Modesto Junior College
Medical Assistant Job Training -
MFA Medical Group
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