Linda Valenzuela
Morgan Hill,CA
Summary
Highly experienced Medical Assistant with 26 years of comprehensive clinical experience in adult medicine, urology and orthopedics. Skilled in direct patient care , in office procedures, and care coordination. Strong background in assisting with urology procedures , orthopedic support , and patient education. Also experienced as Appointment Service Representative with excellent scheduling, referral coordination and front and back office workflow management skills. Dedicated to delivering compassionate care while maintaining efficient clinical operations. Eager to transition fully into LVN role while bringing decades of hands-on experienced and compassion patient care .
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
San Jose, CA
04.2008 - Current
- Administered patient care, ensuring compliance with health protocols and safety standards.
- Assisted healthcare professionals in clinical procedures and patient examinations.
- Managed scheduling for patient appointments, optimizing clinic workflow efficiency.
- Maintained accurate medical records using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Medical Assistant
Gilroy Family Medical Group
Gilroy, CA
01.2002 - 03.2008
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication management to enhance adherence.
- Led training sessions for new staff on office procedures and patient interaction protocols.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing supply waste and costs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve overall patient care delivery strategies.
- 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.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Measured patient spirometry.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Education
LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse
West Med College
San Jose, CAMedical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assistant
Bryman College
CA06-2002
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- patient rooming
- Accurate vital signs measurement
- EKG and spirometry testing
- Urinalysis and pregnancy testing
- injections ( adult and pediatric)
- Ear lavage procedures
- Assisting with urology procedures
- Orthopedic support, brace placement and fitting
- suture and staple removal
- simple dressing changes
- Patient preparation and pre /post procedure education
- Exam room setup and sterile field preparation
- Cleaning and disinfecting, and sterilizing scopes and instruments
- Reliable team player
- Electronic health records
- Specimens collection and processing
- Specimen labeling
- Scheduling and appointment management
- Referrals for DME, physical therapy, occupational therapy and home health services
Certification
IV certified
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
04.2008 - Current
Medical Assistant
Gilroy Family Medical Group
01.2002 - 03.2008
LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse
West Med College
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assistant
Bryman College