Lucero Ramirez
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Efficient Medical Assistant with solid foundation in providing clinical and administrative support in healthcare settings. Proven ability to assist in patient care, manage medical records, and support office operations. Demonstrated skill in patient communication and multitasking in fast-paced environments.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Dignity Health Medical Group
Las Vegas, NV
10.2025 - Current
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow to optimize clinic efficiency and reduce wait times.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Submitted prior authorizations for medications prescribed by provider through Cover My Meds.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
Medical Assistant
Linda Woodson Dermatology
Henderson, Nevada
06.2023 - 10.2025
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures.
- Prepared examination rooms and sterilized instruments for use.
- Coordinated patient appointments and maintained accurate electronic health records to enhance patient scheduling efficiency.
- Collected and processed laboratory samples for testing.
- Administered medications and provided injections following physician instructions.
- Communicated effectively with patients to ensure comfort and understanding.
- Supported physicians in patient care by taking vital signs, gathering patient histories, and preparing patients for examinations to ensure thorough assessments.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Contributed to team meetings focused on optimizing workflows and enhancing patient outcomes.
Medical Assistant (Extern)
South Hills Gastroenterology
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Room patients, took & recorded vital signs
- Assisted in cyst and lipoma surgery, passed instruments
- Set up examination rooms and trays in preparation for procedures
- Maintained proper universal precautions and work areas in accordance with sterilization and disinfection protocol
- Answered phones and scheduled or confirmed office appointments and surgeries
- Check in, insurance verification, transmitted prescriptions to pharmacy
- Translated for Spanish speaking patients
Barista
Starbucks
Las Vegas, NV
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Prepared high-quality espresso beverages using precise brewing techniques.
- Provided excellent customer service through active listening and engagement.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of café and equipment to enhance customer experience.
Host/Trainer
Yard House
Las Vegas, NV
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Trained new hosts on customer service standards and restaurant procedures.
- Coordinated host schedules to ensure adequate staffing during peak hours.
- Implemented training materials that enhanced staff knowledge and performance.
Team Lead
Café Zupas
Las Vegas, NV
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Led team in daily operations and maintained service quality standards.
- Trained new staff on procedures and customer service techniques.
- Managed inventory and ensured proper stock levels for smooth operations.
Education
Medical Assistant Program -
Northwest Career College
Las VegasPhlebotomy Technician Program -
Northwest Career College
Las VegasHigh School Diploma -
Liberty High School
Las Vegas, NV05-2022
Skills
- Bilingual (English / Spanish)
- Chief Complaints
- Manual Vital Signs
- Rooming Patients
- Injections (IM, ID, SubQ)
- Glucose Testing/Mono/Strep/ UA/UPT/PPD/TB
- Phlebotomy (Venipuncture, Butterfly, Capillary)
- Suturing & Casting
- EKG/ECG Procedure
- Ear/Eye Lavage
- Spirometry
- Specimen Collection
- ICD-10/CPT Codes
- Obtain Blood Samples
- EHR/EMR Systems
- Medical History
- Sanitation & Sterilization
- Scheduling & Rescheduling
- Front Office/Administrative Skills
- HIPAA & OSHA Trained
- Medical Terminology
- Medical Insurance Knowledge
- Patient Education
- Order of Draw
- Proper Disposal of Sharps
- Infection Control & Proper PPE
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Medication administration
- Chart documentation
Certification
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, National Healthcareer Association, # M6D9K7Q9
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician, National Healthcareer Association, # Z8E7P5A8
- Laboratory Assistant License, Nevada Dept of Health & Human Services, # 73532-AL-0
References
Available upon request
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Dignity Health Medical Group
10.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Linda Woodson Dermatology
06.2023 - 10.2025
Medical Assistant (Extern)
South Hills Gastroenterology
04.2023 - 05.2023
Barista
Starbucks
10.2022 - 04.2023
Host/Trainer
Yard House
02.2022 - 11.2022
Team Lead
Café Zupas
03.2021 - 11.2021
Phlebotomy Technician Program -
Northwest Career College
Medical Assistant Program -
Northwest Career College
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School