Luz N Munoz Zayas
Punta Santiago ,Puerto Rico
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant with expertise in electronic health records, patient care, and medication administration. Known for efficiently managing patient flow and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Advocate Medical Group
Aurora , IL
03.2012 - 05.2026
- Assisted in patient intake and documentation processes at Advocate Medical Group.
- Coordinated patient appointments and follow-up visits to enhance patient access and continuity of care.
- Managed electronic health records ensuring accuracy and confidentiality compliance.
- Prepared examination rooms with necessary supplies and equipment for procedures.
- Supported physicians during examinations by providing necessary tools and information.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications, and treatments per physician instructions.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Contributed to team meetings focused on workflow improvements aimed at enhancing patient outcomes.
- Managed medical supply orders and inventory to ensure availability of necessary resources for patient care.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Medical Assistant
Access Community Health Network
Chicago, IL
09.2004 - 05.2012
- Managed electronic health records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with confidentiality standards.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs and patient histories, facilitating efficient patient preparation for examinations.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments following physician instructions.
- Supported physicians during examinations by preparing necessary tools and information for optimal patient care.
- Prepared examination rooms with necessary supplies and equipment for procedures.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Education
Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Olympia College
Skokie, IL09-2004
Skills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Vital sign measurement
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic health records
- Appointment scheduling
- Medical terminology
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- NCCT
- CPR
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Advocate Medical Group
03.2012 - 05.2026
Medical Assistant
Access Community Health Network
09.2004 - 05.2012
Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Olympia College