Maria Blanco
Summary
Accomplished Medical Assistant with a compassionate nature, personal care expertise and a track record of upholding the highest level of patient satisfaction. Looking to implement skills in a dynamic clinical setting. Bilingual Medical Assistant with more than 14 years experience in the medical field.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Technician - Remote
Lot Saftey LLC
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Maintained patient records and reports to enable tracking history and provide accurate and up-to-date information for physicians and other medical staff.
Medical Assistant
Carolina Pediatrics
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
- Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Medical Assistant
Sunshine Pediatrics
02.2019 - 12.2020
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Medical Assistant
Great Neck OBGYN
11.2010 - 12.2018
- Took direction from physicians, RN.
- Escorted patients to examination rooms.
- Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements.
- Conducted machine safety checks according to facility policy.
- Ensured collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.
- Identified test discrepancies.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
- Conducted venipuncture and other procedures.
- Trained new staff on taking vita signs and preparing exam rooms.
- Collected, organized and restocked supplies in all units.
- Interacted with all necessary partners throughout the establishment including physicians, nursing staff, technicians, and medical assistants.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Welcomed patients and inquired as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
- 7 years laboratory experience.
- Monitored expiration of medical supplies and medications.
- Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
Cashier/ Personel Office
Walmart
11.2004 - 02.2009
- Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
- Checked identification for proof-of-age and refused to sell alcohol to customers under the age of 21.
- Collected and stored coupons.
- Bagged items to prevent fragile products from being damaged or broken.
- Handled cash, credit, debit cards and personal checks, providing correct change in payment transactions.
- Received customer payments.
- Scanned goods, collected payments and issued refunds, receipts and change.
- Checked drawer to ensure adequate cash and coin for transactions.
- Trained new cashiers on procedures, customer service and sales techniques.
- Processed customer returns.
Education
Medical Assistant Program - undefined
Hunter Business School
Levittown, NY2009
Skills
Direct patient care
Trustworthy companion
OB/GYN procedures
Electronic health records
Phlebotomy
Prioritizing stat orders
Patient privacy and confidentiality
EMR
Quality assurance and control
HIPAA compliance
Committed team player
Patient assessments
Assisting with physical exams
Charting and clinical documentation
Specimen collection and analysis
Timeline
Medical Technician - Remote
Lot Saftey LLC
09.2023 - 01.2025
Medical Assistant
Carolina Pediatrics
01.2021 - 08.2023
Medical Assistant
Sunshine Pediatrics
02.2019 - 12.2020
Medical Assistant
Great Neck OBGYN
11.2010 - 12.2018
Cashier/ Personel Office
Walmart
11.2004 - 02.2009
Medical Assistant Program - undefined
Hunter Business School