Karla Gonzales Luevanos

• -Precepting ( New hires and students)Covering Family medicine(Procedures included, Ultrasounds, Excisions and biopsies)Internal medicine,Sports medicine(West Littleton and Castle rock locations)-EKG’s-Vaccinations-Admin( Phones and inbasket)-Setting appts-Rooming-Setting up for producers( Paps, IUDs,Nexponon implants, Excisions, Biopsy’s)QC’s For Point of Care machines
  Checking vaccine fridge temperatures
  In my current role I support clinics that are short staffed. I have been to clinics where I am the only MÁ and have supported them with training to new hires as they build up their clinics. I have covered Lead roles while they are out on vacation as well. I usually take over and put out fire as they arise, always putting patient’s first. I rely feedback to my managers as need with improvement ideas.
• Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
• Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
• Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
• Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
• Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
• Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
• Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
• Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
• Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.

Outpatient Surgical Center- Covering MOHS, Plastics and Reconstruction, Ocular plastics.

• Provided direct patient care before, during and after surgical procedures.
• Assisted with the draping of patients in a sterile manner.
• Performed counts of sponges, needles and instruments according to established protocols.
• Participated in the maintenance and cleaning of all surgical instruments and equipment.
• Organized operating suite for efficient workflow prior to surgery commencing.
• Ensured that all necessary items were available at the start of each procedure.
• Assisted surgeons by passing instruments or other materials needed during operations.
• Provided assistance to nurses in preparing patients for surgery.
• Observed approved sterilization techniques to ensure aseptic conditions.
• Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists and other personnel involved in the operation process.
• Followed safety policies and procedures related to handling hazardous materials such as sharps containers.
• Responded quickly to any changes in patient's condition or needs during surgery.
• Gathered specimens for laboratory analysis when required.
• Assisted with post-operative wound care including dressing changes, suturing removal.
• Educated patients on pre-operative instructions related to their upcoming procedure.
• Ensured proper disposal of contaminated items according to infection control guidelines.
• Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
• Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
• Analyzed patient chart data and identification to verify accurate information.
• Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
• Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.
• Facilitated communication between English and Spanish-speaking parties in both verbal and written forms.
• Interpreted medical terminology accurately for patient and doctor consultations.

• 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.
• Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
• Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
• 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.
• Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.

• Prepared exam and treatment rooms for patient visits, availing all necessary supplies and equipment.
• Enhanced patient care by efficiently performing clinical tasks such as taking vital signs and administering injections.
• Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
• Performed medical chart reviews to confirm accuracy and completeness.