Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 20 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Started immediately after graduation at the office of Dr. Melanie Helfman, Director of Internal Medicine for the University of Miami. Delegated in how to handle multitasking in a fast paced area. Learned to adapt and fill in for other MA's in oncology, pediatric nephrology and cardiology, obstetrics and otolaryngology with in office surgeries. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assitant
Bradenton Cardiology Center
Bradenton, FL
03.2007 - 06.2007
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Medical Assistant
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Miami, FL
05.2003 - 06.2007
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Medical Assistant
ARCpoint Labs
04.2010 - 09.2011
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
Medical Assistant
Physicians Primary Care
Cape Coral, FL
06.2007 - 12.2009
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL
06.2026
Advanced Medical Assiting - Medical Assisting
National School of Technology
Miami, FL
05.2003
Skills
EMR Systems
Daily Patient Care
Medical Filing
Clerical Support
Collecting Medical Samples
Assisting with Physical Exams
Completing Insurance Forms
Restocking Lab Supplies
Wound Care and Irrigation
Medical Charts and Records
OB/GYN Procedures
EKG Set Up and Monitoring
Timeline
Medical Assistant
ARCpoint Labs
04.2010 - 09.2011
Medical Assistant
Physicians Primary Care
06.2007 - 12.2009
Medical Assitant
Bradenton Cardiology Center
03.2007 - 06.2007
Medical Assistant
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
05.2003 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
Advanced Medical Assiting - Medical Assisting
National School of Technology
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