Healthcare professional with strong foundation in supporting medical teams and providing patient care. Proven ability to handle a high volume of clinical and administrative tasks with precision. Known for supporting teamwork and adapting to evolving healthcare needs. Proficient in Electronic Health Records (EHR) and medical record management.
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Jessica Castillo
18 Mercer Street South River,NJ
Summary
Overview
10
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health
Certified Medical Assistant
03.2022 - 11.2024
Job overview
- Performed administrative and clinical duties remotely, focusing on patient communication, scheduling, record keeping, and Telehealth support, while also assisting with billing and insurance tasks.
- Manage and coordinate patient appointments, including scheduling, rescheduling, and cancellations.
- Serve as the first point of contact for patients, answering inquiries, and providing information.
- Update and maintain patient records in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Assist with medical billing and process insurance claims.
- Enter patient data, generate reports, and maintain accurate records.
- Prepare and send out medical correspondence.
- Managed a high volume of incoming calls while simultaneously processing paperwork and providing accurate information to patients and providers.
- Collect patient information, including medical history and symptoms.
- Assist with medication reconciliation, ensuring patients understand their medications and dosages.
- Assist patients in determining what type of care they need, whether it's at-home treatment, an appointment with a doctor, or a visit to the emergency room.
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
Phlebotomist \ Central Laboratory Services
01.2018 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Logged patient information and recorded results into system using Cerner and SCM.
- Resolved unusual test orders by contacting physicians, nursing stations or reference laboratories.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Accurately labeled vacutainer tubes with patient name, date and time of collection.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Collected blood samples from newborns to seniors inpatient and out patient using venipuncture and finger stick , heel stick and arterial blood gas method.
- Managed approximately 60 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from hospital staff.
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
Clinical Care Technician
06.2014 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Provided patient care including turning patients, irrigation of wounds, changing dressings, bathing and assisting with bathroom needs.
- Check and recorded vital signs including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, oxygen levels and blood sugars.
- Preformed phlebotomy task daily.
- Assisted with respiratory and cardiac arrest, codes.
Education
Middlesex County CollegeEdison, NJ
Associate of Science from Nursing Administration
05.2022
University Overview
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Effective organizational and technical skills
- Proficiency in Electronic Health Records
- Well versed in Medical Terminology
- Prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines effectively
- Understanding insurance processes and billing procedures
- Managing tasks and responsibilities with minimal supervision
Certification
- ASCP Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) - National Healthcare Association (NHA).
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - National Healthcare Association (NHA).
- BLS/AED Certification
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Recognized for outstanding dedication to patient care.
- Recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty.
- Efficiently managed a high volume of inbound and outbound calls all while excellent patient care and timely issue resolution.
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Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health
03.2022 - 11.2024
Phlebotomist \ Central Laboratory Services
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
01.2018 - 02.2022
Clinical Care Technician
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
06.2014 - 01.2018
Middlesex County College
Associate of Science from Nursing Administration
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