Lucia Suaznabar
Summary
Highly motivated and committed medical assistant with a proven history of superior performance at individual, team, and organizational levels. Excels in multitasking and prioritizing workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional seeking employment in a hospital to enhance knowledge in a clinical setting and pursue a nursing career.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dermatology Medical Assistant
Integrated Dermatology of Reston
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Performed routine follow-up calls to track patient progress post-treatment, contributing to improved recovery rates.
- Triaged urgent cases effectively, prioritizing the needs of high-risk patients while managing appointment schedules accordingly.
- Handled insurance claims processing efficiently, reducing delays in coverage approval for treatments.
- Assisted dermatologists with various procedures, improving patient treatment outcomes and satisfaction.
- Improved patient adherence to treatment plans by offering clear instructions and addressing concerns promptly.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing specialized dermatology tools and technology, enhancing diagnostic accuracy.
- Provided support during skin surgeries, ensuring optimal results and minimizing complications.
Clinical Technician 2
INOVA
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted in postpartum care, fostering healthy recovery for mothers and newborns alike.
- Perform blood collection on newborn babies.
- Assist with breastfeeding alongside lactation consultant's and RN
- Provide education on infant care to new parents.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living
- Effectively communicates with registered nurse for plan of care and goals
- Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques
- Assisted with patients, supported physical and emotional needs
- Administered and removed IV's, inserted and removed Foley catheter's.
Medical Assistant
Shady Grove Fertility Center
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Assist physician or ultrasound technician with various fertility procedures
- Perform semen washes and sets up for IUIs
- Assists with the clinical care of fertility patients
- Provides patient/couple counseling, procedure teaching, communicates physician orders and instructions.
- Supported quality care initiatives by participating in continuing education opportunities relevant to the OB/GYN field.
- Improved patient care by assisting with OB/GYN examinations and procedures.
Medical/Lab Technician
Progressive Urgent Primary Care
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Ability to collect and test urine, blood, oral and nasal samples in pediatric, geriatric, and adult patients
- Administered EKG, tuberculosis tests, vaccinations, suture/staple removal
- Assistance in pap smears, pelvic examinations, incision and drainage, and suturing
- Ability to handle proper PPE, COVID-19 swabbing and testing nasal samples.
- Conferred with patient to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, allay fears and elicit cooperation.
- Streamlined sample processing, prioritizing urgent cases for prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Drew blood through venous incision or puncture to obtain sample for analysis and diagnosis.
Clinical Technician II
Virginia Hospital Center
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Worked alongside nurses, assisting in vaginal deliveries and cesarean sections in Labor and Delivery unit
- Prepped sterile surgical instruments for deliveries and OR for tubal ligations and cesarean sections
- Assisted in prepping patient for delivery, prepped Panda warmer for newborn with necessary equipment
- Assisted in prepping OR for cesarean section or emergency deliveries in a fast-paced environment.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring surgical instruments and equipment during labor and delivery procedures.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the Labor and Delivery unit, contributing valuable insights for ongoing process enhancements.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers throughout the labor and delivery process.
- Provided exceptional service and care to patients and their families during sensitive moments surrounding birth.
Education
Advanced Diploma - General Studies of Sciences
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA05.2020
High School Diploma -
Randolph-Macon Academy
Front Royal, VA05.2016
Skills
- Positive, courteous, and supportive team player with well-rounded verbal, writing, and computer skills including electronic medical record software
- Excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills; keen insight into patient needs
- Fully bilingual (English/Spanish) with demonstrated competence to work in multicultural environments
- Strong work ethic, ability to multitask, maintain attention to detail
Certification
- American Heart Association, Adult and Pediatric Basic Life Support, 07/2024
- National Health career Association, Certified Phlebotomy Technician, 01/2017
- National Health career Association, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, 08/2025
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dermatology Medical Assistant
Integrated Dermatology of Reston
01.2024 - 08.2024
Clinical Technician 2
INOVA
04.2022 - 09.2023
Medical Assistant
Shady Grove Fertility Center
03.2021 - 03.2022
Clinical Technician II
Virginia Hospital Center
06.2020 - 09.2020
Medical/Lab Technician
Progressive Urgent Primary Care
11.2019 - 03.2021
Advanced Diploma - General Studies of Sciences
Northern Virginia Community College
High School Diploma -
Randolph-Macon Academy
- American Heart Association, Adult and Pediatric Basic Life Support, 07/2024
- National Health career Association, Certified Phlebotomy Technician, 01/2017
- National Health career Association, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, 08/2025
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