IRMA ELIZABETH LARA
Brentwood,NY
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering 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. Hardworking medical administrative professional offers great people skills, organized file management and deep understanding of patient protections. Enhances office operations by staying on top of patient and staff needs. Experience with electronic recordkeeping and insurance documentation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
primary care of long island
Lindenhurst , NY
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
- Labeled and completed lab requisitions using ICD and CPT coding.
- Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
- Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
- Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
- Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
Hairstylist
Bocu salon and spa
Commack , NY
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Greeted customers, answered phones and booked appointments.
- Provided consultations to clients about their desired hairstyle and hair care needs.
- Shampooed, conditioned, cut, colored and styled hair according to client's instructions.
- Performed chemical treatments such as perms and relaxers.
- Applied highlights, lowlights or other coloring techniques.
- Used thinning shears to remove bulk from the hair or create layers.
- Maintained cleanliness of work station by sanitizing tools and equipment between uses.
- Assisted other stylists with busy periods in the salon.
- Educated clients on proper home hair care maintenance techniques.
- Recommended products to clients based on their individual needs.
- Kept work stations clean and sanitized scissors, combs and other styling tools.
- Used curlers, rollers and curling irons to press and curl hair.
- Massaged and treated scalp using hands, fingers or vibrating equipment.
- Offered clients catalog showcasing hairstyle, cut and color options to meet individual preferences.
- Shampooed, conditioned and dried hair and scalp or hairpieces.
Cashier
Taco Bell
Bayshore , NY
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Ideal School of Allied Healthcare
300 Motor Pkwy, Hauppauge07-2023
High School Diploma -
Brentwood High School
Brentwood, NY06-2021
Some College (No Degree) - certified Phlebotomist
Ideal School of Allied Healthcare
300 Motor Pkwy , HauppagueSome College (No Degree) - Cosmetology
Long Island Beauty School
Hauppauge, NYSkills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient-Focused Care
- Data Entry
- Payment Collection
- Patient Scheduling
- Medical Terminology
Timeline
Medical Assistant
primary care of long island
08.2023 - Current
Hairstylist
Bocu salon and spa
06.2022 - 11.2022
Cashier
Taco Bell
06.2020 - 12.2020
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Ideal School of Allied Healthcare
High School Diploma -
Brentwood High School
Some College (No Degree) - certified Phlebotomist
Ideal School of Allied Healthcare
Some College (No Degree) - Cosmetology
Long Island Beauty School
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