Johanna Acosta
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with background in providing support to physicians, handling patient care tasks, and managing administrative duties. Skilled in recording vital signs, preparing patients for examination, and maintaining medical records with confidentiality and accuracy. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy. Contributed to streamlining clinical processes resulting in more efficient patient flow and enhanced care delivery.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2006
2006
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Medical Assistant
Concentra
Compton, California
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient scheduling and appointment coordination effectively.
- Collected and recorded vital signs accurately for patient assessments.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- 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.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
Medical Assistant
Providence
Redondo Beach, California
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Greeting patients and Covid screening
Medical Assistant
Ultimate Health Medical Services
Long Beach, California
04.2020 - 11.2021
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient scheduling and appointment coordination effectively.
- Collected and recorded vital signs accurately for patient assessments.
- Supported administrative tasks, including filing and insurance verification efficiently.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Education
Medical Assistant Diploma -
Downey Adult School
Downey, CA 10.2012 - 12.2012
Lakewood High School
Lakewood, CASkills
- Vital signs measurement
- Patient education
- Injection administration
- Laboratory testing
- Appointment scheduling
- Team collaboration
- EKG administration
- Reliable team player
- Clinical and administrative support
- Phlebotomy techniques
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Concentra
02.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Providence
11.2021 - 02.2022
Medical Assistant
Ultimate Health Medical Services
04.2020 - 11.2021
Medical Assistant Diploma -
Downey Adult School
10.2012 - 12.2012
Lakewood High School