Jessica Salmeron
Bay Shore
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant skilled in patient examinations, EKG testing, and phlebotomy. Committed to HIPAA compliance and maintaining accurate medical records to enhance patient care. Proficient in English and Spanish providing accurate medical interpretation and patient-provider communication.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Medical Assistant
Innovative Medical Care
Deer Park
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures such as pap smears and ear lavage
- Conducted EKGs, phlebotomy, spirometry testing, urinalysis, and other diagnostic/laboratory tests per physician instructions.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Coordinated communication with medical staff to optimize clinic workflow.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Maintained accurate medical records through charting and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Contributed insights in team meetings to streamline workflows and improve patient population outcomes.
- Provided education to patients on medications, procedures, and physician's instructions to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Submitted prior authorizations for medication insurance coverage
Medical Assistant
Island Medical Care
Commack
06.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, obtaining patient histories, and preparing patients for examinations to ensure readiness for evaluation.
- Documented notes during patient visits to maintain accurate patient records and support continuity of care.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions to promote understanding and adherence.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry tests, audiograms, and other diagnostic tests for the physician.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Communicated with medical staff to ensure efficient workflow in the clinic.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Care Studies
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY06-2026
High School Diploma -
Brentwood Highschool
Brentwood, NY06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Pre Nursing
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY04-2026
Skills
- Patient care
- Phlebotomy
- EKG testing
- Utilized EMR System
- Medical terminology
- HIPAA compliance
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Effective communication
Certification
Phlebotomy Certification
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Innovative Medical Care
03.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Island Medical Care
06.2024 - 02.2025
Associate of Science - Health Care Studies
Suffolk County Community College
High School Diploma -
Brentwood Highschool
Bachelor of Science - Pre Nursing
Stony Brook University