Iraida Cortez
Mount Dora,FL
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant with strong skills in patient education, lab specimen collection, and vaccination administration. Committed to enhancing patient wellness and supporting healthcare providers.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Sanitas Medical Center
Apopka, Florida
03.2024 - 08.2026
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs and histories, and preparing patients for examinations, contributing to efficient workflow.
- Supported healthcare providers during patient examinations and medical procedures.
- Administered vaccinations and performed basic medical tests under supervision to ensure accurate patient care.
- Collected and processed lab specimens for timely diagnostic testing.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and wellness strategies to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and provide support.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Medical Assistant
Valley Medical Group
Waldwick, New Jersey
09.2006 - 01.2024
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and medical procedures.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and wellness strategies.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered vaccinations and performed basic medical tests under supervision.
- Collected and processed lab specimens for diagnostic testing in a timely manner.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
Education
Medical Assistant - Medical Technology
Cittone Institute
Paramus, NJ09-2005
Skills
- Vaccination administration
- Lab specimen collection
- Vital signs measurement
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Direct patient care
- EMR / EHR
- EKG setup and monitoring
- Patient education
- Patient care coordination
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- CPR and AED
- Medical Assistant
Accomplishments
- The Executive Director Honors Certificate
- Perfect Attendance Award
- ECG Technique Award
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Sanitas Medical Center
03.2024 - 08.2026
Medical Assistant
Valley Medical Group
09.2006 - 01.2024
Medical Assistant - Medical Technology
Cittone Institute