Linette Quijas-Garcia
Rohnert Park,CA
Summary
Dedicated Certified Medical Assistant with a strong focus on patient scheduling, medication administration, and HIPAA compliance. Committed to providing compassionate care and ensuring clinic efficiency. Strong focus on patient care and clinical support. Skilled in administering medications, recording vital signs, and managing patient records. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective teamwork. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare professionals to achieve positive outcomes. Experienced in fast-paced environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Providence Medical Group Inc
Santa Rosa, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures.
- Administered medications and vaccinations per established protocols.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Educated patients about treatment plans and medication usage.
- Coordinated scheduling of appointments and follow-up care.
- Conducted preliminary patient assessments and vital sign checks.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with thyroid biopsies ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly upon arrival, checking them in efficiently, and answering any questions they had about their visit or overall healthcare needs.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Prepared and administered injections. Example Flu, thyrogen, cosyntropin, prolia, and evenity.
- Facilitated continuity of care through proper scheduling of follow-up appointments based on physician recommendations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Assisted physicians with thyroid fna, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Assist with prior authorization for medications or injections.
- CGM: Libre, Dexcom, Tandem, Metronic downloads
- Glucose monitors download
- Prior authorization
Workers Compensation Spanish Interpreter
Self Employed
Santa Rosa, CA
09.2019 - 08.2024
- Facilitated effective communication between Spanish-speaking patients and healthcare providers.
- Translated medical documents and patient information accurately and efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with confidentiality regulations during interpretation sessions.
- Provided interpretation services during telemedicine consultations, enabling remote access to critical healthcare services for Spanish-speaking patients.
- Translated documents about treatment directions and helped non-English speaking patients fill out medical forms.
COVID-19 Tester
Soliant
Santa Rosa, CA
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Conducted COVID-19 testing utilizing PCR and rapid test methodologies.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards during testing procedures.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for tracking and reporting purposes.
- Assisted in training new testers on proper testing techniques and safety measures.
- Reduced wait times for test results by efficiently processing samples and maintaining a streamlined workflow.
- Enhanced testing accuracy by following strict procedures and utilizing proper equipment for COVID-19 testing.
Certified Medical Assistant
Petaluma Health Center
Petaluma, CA
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Conducted routine laboratory tests and prepared specimens for analysis, maintaining quality control standards.
- Trained and mentored new medical assistants, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Created behavioral health binder with outside referrals
- Scheduled patients for psychiatry, therapy, behavioral groups and family medicine.
- Referrals for Psychiatry, Therapy and Behavioral Health Groups ( Anxiety / Depression and Drug rehab)
Home Health Aide
At Home Nursing
Santa Rosa, CA
10.2010 - 07.2011
- Administered daily personal care and hygiene tasks for clients, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Assisted clients with mobility and ambulation, promoting independence in daily activities.
- Documented client health status and progress, maintaining accurate records for healthcare providers.
- Coordinated medication schedules, ensuring timely administration and adherence to prescriptions.
Kaiser Permanente Summer Youth Program
Kaiser Permanente
Santa Rosa, CA
06.2008 - 08.2008
- Assisted the quality management in filing for all physicians in Santa Rosa Kaiser quality.
- Coping, Inter-office mailing of confidentiality statements for all departments.
- Assisted with compiling meeting binders for Medical Executive Committee and Quality Committee meetings.
- Shadowed OB/Gyn nurses in the women's health department and the pediatric department.
- Assisted emergency room quality liasion with assembling crash carts.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Santa Rosa
05.2015
Social And Behavioral Science Associate - Social And Behavioral Science Associate
Santa Rosa
05.2014
Certificate - Certified Nurse Assistant And Home Health Aid
Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa, CA07.2010
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient scheduling
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Vital sign monitoring
- Multitasking and organization
- Attention to detail
- Basic life support
- Telephone etiquette
- Compassionate
- Fluent in Spanish
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- CPR- Certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Providence Medical Group Inc
09.2024 - Current
COVID-19 Tester
Soliant
06.2022 - 07.2023
Workers Compensation Spanish Interpreter
Self Employed
09.2019 - 08.2024
Certified Medical Assistant
Petaluma Health Center
05.2015 - 05.2018
Home Health Aide
At Home Nursing
10.2010 - 07.2011
Kaiser Permanente Summer Youth Program
Kaiser Permanente
06.2008 - 08.2008
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Santa Rosa
Social And Behavioral Science Associate - Social And Behavioral Science Associate
Santa Rosa
Certificate - Certified Nurse Assistant And Home Health Aid
Santa Rosa