Experienced Medical Assistant, with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow, and excel in nursing school. Strong ability to multitask and prioritize workloads. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Lakeland Regional Health Hollis Cancer Center
Lakeland, FL
01.2015 - 01.2017
Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
In office foley exchange and clean intermittent catheterization (CIC) procedures
Patient training for at home self- catheterization with clean intermittent catheter (CIC)
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determined purpose of visit, and recorded medical history.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal, and dressing changes.
Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills, and handled prior authorizations
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Clinical Medical Assistant Extern
Gregorio N Medalle MD
Lake Worth, FL
04.2014 - 06.2014
Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature, blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy.
Sanitized, restocked, organized exam rooms, and medical equipment.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
Collected history and current complaints via patient interviews.
Customer Service Representative
Miami, FL
06.2011 - 07.2013
Confer with customers by telephone to provide information about products or services, take or enter orders or obtain detailed complaints.
Check to ensure that appropriate changes were made to resolve customers' problems.
Resolve customers' service or billing complaints by performing activities such as exchanging merchandise, refunding money •Complete contract forms, prepare change of address records, or issue service discontinuance orders, using computers.
Refer unresolved customer grievances to designated departments for further investigation.
Determine charges for services requested, collect deposits or payments, or arrange for billing.
Documenting and relaying messages to doctors, lawyers, and managers•Scheduling and confirming appointments•Directing customers to perspective party, and connecting patients to on call doctors for medical advice.
Education
Diploma - Certified Medical Assistant
Florida Career College
09.2014
Associate of Arts - Pre-nursing Studies
Pierce Community College
Lakewood, WA
09.2021
Skills
EKG and Vaccine administration
Universal Precautions/OSHA &HIPAA
Fluent in Spanish & English
Medical Front Office Procedures, Check In/ Check Out, patient scheduling, and electronic health records
Software Applications: Proficient in All Microsoft Software