Linda Baltodano
Ridgewood
Summary
Led healthcare team initiatives in fast-paced medical environments. Collaborated with physicians and staff to enhance patient care quality and streamline daily office functions.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Ideal Foot Care
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining accurate medical records and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Administered injections and performed routine laboratory tests under physician supervision.
- Trained new staff on clinic protocols, procedures, and best practices for patient interaction.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and preventative care measures to enhance health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans and monitor progress effectively.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Assistant Coder
SCHLAM DERMATOLOGY P.A.
02.2019 - 2020
- - Entering and coding missing charges
- - follow up on claims to resolve denials
- Served as a key member of interdisciplinary healthcare team for busy medical practices. Assisted doctors and fellow employees to ensure optimal patient care and smooth daily functioning of office.
Medical Assistant
SOFFER HEALTH INSTITUTE
09.2016 - 01.2017
- Administrative Duties front desk duties and patient scheduling
- Patient Care administering EKG’s, taking patient vitals; blood pressure
- Prepped Exam Rooms for doctor’s procedures
Medical Assistant
COOPER CITY FOOT AND ANKLE
11.2014 - 09.2016
- Administrative Duties included, but were not limited to: patient appointment scheduling, maintenance of medical records, patient processing, billing and bookkeeping.
- Assisted in developing and implementing practice’s quality assurance and control programs.
- Efforts ensured compliance with HIPPA and OSHA regulations; improved patient care satisfaction.
- Consistently exceeded employer and patient expectations, and constantly praised for efficient handling of administrative duties that allowed doctor and medical staff to focus on the healthcare of their patients.
Medical Assistant
BLOCK AND JACOBS D.P.M.
10.2011 - 11.2014
- Proficiency in taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Performed vein punctures, injections, and various diagnostic procedures, i.e., chemistry analysis, hematology and uranalysis.
- Ensured cleanliness, sanitation and maintenance of all facilities, exam rooms and equipment
- Delivered premium service to patients to exceed their expectations with improved patient care.
Medical Assistant
HOLLYWOOD CORAL SPRINGS PODIATRY
01.2003 - 09.2011
- Assisted Doctors with patient care
- Calm, professional and effective reactions in emergency situations
- Added personal, caring touch that immediately put patients at ease
- Trained podiatry medical assistants
Education
Broward College
01.2005
Skills
- Computer Savvy
- Practiced in sterilization techniques
- Strong medical ethic
- Highly Efficient & Problem resolution ability
- Motivated Self Starter & Fast Learner
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Ideal Foot Care
04.2023 - Current
Assistant Coder
SCHLAM DERMATOLOGY P.A.
02.2019 - 2020
Medical Assistant
SOFFER HEALTH INSTITUTE
09.2016 - 01.2017
Medical Assistant
COOPER CITY FOOT AND ANKLE
11.2014 - 09.2016
Medical Assistant
BLOCK AND JACOBS D.P.M.
10.2011 - 11.2014
Medical Assistant
HOLLYWOOD CORAL SPRINGS PODIATRY
01.2003 - 09.2011
Broward College