Joel Martinez
Muscatine,IA
Summary
Compassionate new grad Nurse skilled in-patient care, electronic health records, and critical thinking. Committed to delivering high-quality support during examinations and procedures, ensuring confidentiality and patient education. Empathetic, effective and motivated professional combines extensive clinical experience and knowledge with compassion. Detailed understanding of protocols governing medical test preparation and documentation. Vital asset for processing medical and insurance claims.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
UnityPoint Clinic
Muscatine, Iowa
05.2025 - Current
- Supported healthcare providers during patient examinations and procedures to enhance patient care.
- Prepared and organized examination rooms, ensuring cleanliness and availability of necessary supplies for efficient patient flow.
- Recorded patient medical histories and vital signs accurately.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed clinic calendar effectively.
- Guided patients on medication instructions and follow-up care to promote adherence and improve health outcomes.
- Maintained electronic health records with precision and confidentiality.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
Medical Assistant
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
Muscatine, Iowa
06.2021 - 05.2025
- Assisted healthcare providers during patient examinations and procedures.
- Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary techniques to support accurate diagnostics.
- Prepared examination rooms by ensuring cleanliness and stocking necessary supplies.
- Educated patients on vaccine benefits and potential side effects during appointments.
- Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring seamless daily operations and availability for patient care.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, and coordinated patient flow while providing professional front-desk support.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Eastern Iowa Community College
Bettendorf, IA05-2026
Skills
- Intravenous therapy and blood withdrawal certification
- Maternal-newborn care
- Patient care
- Electronic health records
- Workflow and patient management
- HIPAA protocol adherence
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Bilingual communication
- Communication skills
Timeline
Medical Assistant
UnityPoint Clinic
05.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
06.2021 - 05.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Eastern Iowa Community College