Juliana Ortega
Spring Hill,FL
Summary
Highly-motivated Medical Assisant with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant/Lab Processor
Regenexx Tampa bay
St. Petersburg, FL
01.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Participated in extra training and courses to refine and improve upon industry knowledge.
- Cleaned and prepared lab equipment for solutions, specimens and samples.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
- Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Ordered supplies, reagents, and chemicals for the laboratory.
- Monitored inventory levels of materials used in lab processes and restocked accordingly.
- Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.
Medical Assistant/Sterile Processing Technician
Gruber Plastic Surgery
Sarasota, FL
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Maintained a clean work environment by stocking supplies, cleaning equipment, disposing of waste materials properly, and ensuring all areas are sanitized according to standards.
- Prepared exam rooms prior to patient visits by setting up equipment and supplies according to protocols established by the facility.
- Assisted in the preparation of surgical instruments prior to procedures under the direction of a nurse or physician.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations such as cardiac arrest or Code Blue events.
- Communicated effectively with patients' families about their loved one's condition and progress towards recovery.
- Checked expiration dates on all medications stored in the unit's supply closet before use.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Created and maintained sterile operating fields to minimize infection risks.
- Helped prepare team by assisting with gowning and gloving of staff.
- Dressed wounds with antiseptic compounds and sterile coverings to protect surgical sites and promote healing.
- Organized instruments and supplies to optimize surgical team efficiency.
- Provided surgical support to help plastic surgeon execute safe operations and procedures resulting in positive patient outcomes.
- Reviewed physician orders to appropriately count and dispense pre-operative and post-operative medications.
Education
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Florida Career College - Miami
Tampa, FL05-2022
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Inventory Management
- Patient Scheduling
- Data Entry
- Procedure Assistance
- Indirect Patient Care
- Medical Terminology
- Phlebotomy
- Sterile technique
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Sterilization techniques
- Lab equipment setup
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Medical supply inventory
- Communicating with patient families
- Vital signs monitoring
Timeline
Medical Assistant/Lab Processor
Regenexx Tampa bay
01.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant/Sterile Processing Technician
Gruber Plastic Surgery
04.2021 - 12.2022
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Florida Career College - Miami
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