Loni Cepeda
La Feria
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with strong skills in patient management, vital sign monitoring, and HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to streamline patient care and enhance clinic operations.
Detail-oriented Medical Assistant experienced in patient management and diagnostic procedures. Skilled in ensuring HIPAA compliance and fostering strong patient relationships, contributing to improved patient satisfaction and care delivery.
Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
K-neurology Clinic
1402 East 8th Street
02.2025 - 02.2026
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Recorded and updated patient medical histories using electronic health record systems.
- Prepared examination rooms, maintaining cleanliness and readiness for patient visits.
- Conducted preliminary assessments, including measuring vital signs and documenting findings.
- Provided compassionate patient care while addressing inquiries and concerns effectively.
- Supported administrative tasks such as filing and insurance verification for efficient clinic operations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to enhance patient experience and treatment outcomes.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
- Imaging authorizations
- medication authorizations
- botox authorizations
- Prep the botox for the doctor
- mocca exams (memory loss)
- giving injections for migraines
- infusion authorizations
- refferals
Medical Assistant
Valley Baptist Medical Center
675 East Expressway 83 Weslaco Texas
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Coordinated patient appointments, optimizing scheduling to reduce wait times and improve access.
- 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.
- 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.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Facilitated positive patient experience, greeting patients warmly and providing clear directions within clinic.
- medication authorization
- botox authorizations
- imaging authorizations
Patient Care Technician
Gulf Coast Eye Institute
1205 N Ed Carey Drive Harlingen Texas
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted healthcare professionals in patient preparation and examination procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient information in electronic health records.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during treatments and procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow and patient care continuity.
- Educated patients on post-operative care instructions and medication management.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and medical equipment.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- scribe for the doctor
- eye exams
- visual field exams
- oct eye exams
Medical Assistant
South Heart Clinic
2310 N Ed Carey Dr Harlingen Texas 78550
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- stress test
- ekg
- vital signs
Patient Care Technician
Valley Baptist Hospital
2121 Pease Street Harlingen Texas 78550
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Supported training of new staff on protocols and best practices for patient care.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced patient satisfaction and care delivery efficiency.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- take vitial signs
- bath and change the patients
- 12 hour care
Medical Assistant
Harlingen Pediatric Associates
321 S 21st St Harlingen Texas
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Optimized appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
Education
Medical Assistant
South Texas Vocational Technical Institute
Weslaco, TX04-2016
High School Diploma -
Lyford Highschool
8201 High School Cir, Lyford Texas 7856905-2012
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Medical terminology
- Vital sign monitoring
- Inventory and supply management
- Patient management
- Patient relations
- Diagnostic procedures
- Medical office management
- Medical equipment operation
- Diagnostic testing assistance
- Medical transcription
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
- Conversant in [languages]
- Neurology assessments
- Insurance authorizations
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- RMA - Registered Medical Assistant
- BLS certified
- HIPPA Certified
- Botox Certified
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Medical Assistant
K-neurology Clinic
02.2025 - 02.2026
Medical Assistant
Valley Baptist Medical Center
02.2024 - 01.2025
Patient Care Technician
Gulf Coast Eye Institute
06.2022 - 01.2023
Medical Assistant
South Heart Clinic
01.2021 - 04.2022
Patient Care Technician
Valley Baptist Hospital
08.2018 - 02.2019
Medical Assistant
Harlingen Pediatric Associates
01.2016 - 01.2017
Medical Assistant
South Texas Vocational Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Lyford Highschool