Karla Madera

• Administered injections, medications, and treatments as directed by the physician.
• Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
• Administered medications under physician's supervision.
• Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
• Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
• Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
• Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
• Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
• Conducted EKGs, ABI's and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
• Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
• Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
• Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
• Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
• Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
• Documented notes during patient visits.
• Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
• Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
• Processed orders for medical supplies.
• Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
• Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
• Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
• Assisted the doctor with hormonal replacement procedures.
• Oversaw testosterone and estradiol pellet inventory efficiently.
• Tracked buyer transactions and maintained accurate purchase records for supplements.

Oversaw operations across various departments.

• Owner/manager of eight apartment units.
• Contracted with tenants by screening possible tenants, negotiating leases, and carefully collecting security deposits and monthly rent.
• Excellent communication skills with tenants to achieve satisfaction with property and services.
• Coordinated property upkeep and repairs operations.
• Ensured adherence to rental agreement stipulations.
• Kept relationships with tenants positive through open communication and proper handling of concerns.
• Addressed complaints from tenants in a timely manner while adhering to applicable laws regarding tenant rights.
• Conducted background checks on prospective tenants prior to approving applications.
• Managed overall tenant relations, promoted tenant satisfaction and streamlined services delivery.
• Facilitated tenant paperwork processing and verification.
• Ensured that all rented units met local housing codes prior to occupancy.
• Maintained buildings in safe condition and good working order for tenants.

• I took time away from my professional career to raise young children, while volunteering full-time at a local church and starting my own business.

• Coordinated and administered skin tests for allergies as requested by physicians.
• Conducted intradermal allergy testing.
• Formulated and mixed vials for immunotherapy.
• Coordinated scheduling and execution of allergy treatments.
• Maintained Allergy Test Sets up to date.
• Provided patient education about upcoming tests.
• Trained new medical assistants in the field.
• Ensured cleanliness and organization of allergy department.
• Ensured workplace safety measures were upheld.
• Maintained accurate records of testing procedures and injections.
• Managed inventory for allergy department.
• Educated patients on proper usage of EPI-PEN.
• Oversaw organization and replenishment of crash cart supplies.
• Assumed various receptionist responsibilities.

• Guided patients to examination rooms while addressing inquiries promptly.
• Assisted physician in examining and treating patients, handling instruments and materials.
• Documented patient data including medical history, vitals and test results in records.
• Supplied pharmacies with necessary prescription details.
• Promptly informed physician of irregular findings.
• Developed organized patient folders detailing notes and results for pre-surgical review.
• Maintained adequate inventory of medical supplies within rooms.
• Educated patients on medication usage, procedural details and care guidelines.

• Performed scheduled allergy diagnostic procedures as recommended by medical professionals.
• Administered questionnaires for allergy assessments.
• Conducted intradermal allergy testing.
• Formulated and mixed vials for immunotherapy.
• Managed regular administration of immunotherapy injections.
• Maintained updated allergy testing kits.
• Guided patients on upcoming test procedures.
• Collaborated with physician clinics to promote services.
• Laid groundwork for various allergy department structures.
• Trained new medical assistants in the field.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of allergy department.
• Ensured a hazard-free workplace.
• Maintained accurate records of testing procedures and injections.