Maritza Fernandes
Palmetto,FL
Summary
To obtain a position that utilizes my experience, education, training, and capabilities to enhance the functions of an organization while offering opportunities for further training and advancement.
Dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional with experience in primary care, hospital settings, and medical assisting. Proven leader and team player with strong organizational and time management skills. Fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, and elementary Lebanese.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Navigator
Archwell Health
05.2024 - Current
- Patient Check-in/Check-out: Greeted patients, verified demographics, and managed paperwork
- Coordinated appointments, procedures, and follow-up visits
- Responded to patient inquiries, resolved concerns, and provided clear instructions
- Maintained accurate records, updated patient profiles, and managed electronic health records
- MOT member tracking
- Supported clinical staff with administrative tasks, ensuring seamless patient flow
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations, maintaining patient confidentiality
Care Promoter
Chen Med
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Measure and record patient vital signs
- Record patient interview and medical history
- Communicate patient needs to healthcare team
- Prepare patients for examinations and perform routine screening tests
- Assist physician with exams and explain treatment procedures
- Perform non-critical medical and therapeutic procedures
- Collect lab specimens and perform basic waived lab tests
- Maintain supplies, equipment, and sterilize instruments
- Practice OSHA safety standards and accurate documentation
Medical Assistant
Pinellas County Primary Care and Hospitalist
02.2019 - 05.2021
- Collect and document patient vitals
- Collect flu/strep swabs and obtain patient labs
- Experience with EMR and checking messages
- Responsible for Rx refills
Patient Care Technician
Morton Plant Hospital
09.2017 - 03.2020
- Collect and document patient vitals
- Collect flu/strep swabs and obtain patient labs
- Perform IV removals, Foley insertions, and CPR chest compressions
- Transport patients and perform EKGs
Education
Associate - Nursing
Jersey College
Largo, FL01.2019
Certified - Phlebotomy
Southeastern
Saint Petersburg, FL01.2014
High School Diploma -
Largo High School
Largo, FL01.2007
Skills
- Certified Preceptor
- Collaborative Team Member
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Familiarity with healthcare insurance plans and policies
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Experience with blood draws
- Experience with OR surgery
- Experience with pathology
- Proficient in CPR
- Proficient in EKG
- Proficient in medical terminology
- Proficient in Microsoft applications
- Experience with vital signs
- Experience with laboratory procedures
- Experience with patient care
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Arabic
Elementary
Portuguese
Professional Working
Timeline
Care Navigator
Archwell Health
05.2024 - Current
Care Promoter
Chen Med
05.2021 - 08.2023
Medical Assistant
Pinellas County Primary Care and Hospitalist
02.2019 - 05.2021
Patient Care Technician
Morton Plant Hospital
09.2017 - 03.2020
Certified - Phlebotomy
Southeastern
High School Diploma -
Largo High School
Associate - Nursing
Jersey College
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