Kayla Vera
Irving,TX
Summary
Compassionate Certified Medical Assistant adept at managing multiple tasks efficiently and effectively. Specialize in patient care coordination, medical record management, and clinical procedures. Utilize strong communication skills, empathy, and adaptability to enhance patient comfort and trust while supporting healthcare team objectives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Ut Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, Texas
06.2023 - Current
- Provide compassionate care to patients while assisting providers during exams and procedures.
- Obtain and document patient vital signs.
- Administer injections as ordered by providers.
- Perform diagnostic testing including Strep, Flu, RSV and COVID testing.
- Conduct EKGs and bladder scans.
- Perform urinalysis and specimen collection.
- Update and document medications, allergies, and clinical information in Epic EMR to maintain comprehensive patient profiles.
- Complete pre-visit planning and sign SMO lab orders.
- Assist with home health forms and fax documentation.
- Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations consistently.
Certified Medical Assistant
MacArthur Ob/GYN
Irving , tx
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Assisted healthcare providers during exams and procedures to ensure patient comfort and efficient workflow.
- Ensured patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect sensitive information.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
- Prepared examination rooms by thoroughly cleaning and stocking necessary supplies to facilitate smooth patient visits.
- Assisted physicians with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
Certified Medical Assistant
DFW Prompt Care
Colleyville, Texas
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Prepared examination rooms by cleaning and stocking necessary supplies.
- Documented patient medical histories and recorded vital signs accurately.
- Maintained patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations consistently.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
- Conducted EKGs based on physician instructions.
Education
Diploma -
Concorde Career College
Grand Prairie, TX05-2022
High School Diploma -
Nimitz
Irving, TX05-2020
Skills
- Vital signs
- Patient intake
- EKG
- Strep/ Flu/ RSV/ COVID testing
- Bladder Scan
- Urinalysis and specimen collection
- Medication and allergy documentation
- Exam preparation and restocking
- Pre- Visit planning and lab orders
Professional skills
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Strong communication
- Teamwork
- Professional skills
Certification
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Ut Southwestern Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
MacArthur Ob/GYN
01.2023 - 04.2023
Certified Medical Assistant
DFW Prompt Care
02.2022 - 05.2022
Diploma -
Concorde Career College
High School Diploma -
Nimitz