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Work History
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Community Service
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Maria Celaya

Woodbridge,USA

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in the medical field, adept at delivering exceptional patient care in both independent and collaborative settings. Proven ability to thrive in challenging environments while fostering personal and professional growth. Strong teamwork skills enhance overall patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CCMA/ AuD Tech

Potomac Ear Nose and Throat
10.2023 - Current
  • Conduct patient interviews to document comprehensive medical histories for accurate record-keeping.
  • Answer phone calls and scheduled appointments, minimizing wait times and ensuring workflow efficiency.
  • Update and filed medical records, enhancing accessibility for healthcare team members.
  • Record patients' vital signs, providing essential data for effective health assessments.
  • Assist healthcare providers during examinations, contributing to high-quality patient care experiences.
  • Enter quality measures for MIPS into patient health records, supporting compliance and care improvement.
  • Conduct a hearing test, and schedule hearing aid check appointments.
  • Mail out any hearing-aid repairs.
  • In charge of my own patient resource schedule.
  • Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments, maintaining a safe environment for staff and patients.
  • Maintained organized workspaces to promote operational efficiency and focus on patient care.

CCMA

Greater Prince William Community Center
Manassas, VA
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Prepared patients for appointments by escorting them to exam rooms and recording medical histories.
  • Ensured accurate handling and filing of paperwork for proper billing processes.
  • Assisted in patient care as directed by medical providers, enhancing overall service delivery.
  • Administered injections following established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
  • Maintained electronic medical records, monitoring patient flow and documentation accuracy.
  • Coordinated test scheduling and appointments, optimizing communication between departments.
  • Participated in health promotion activities, contributing to community wellness initiatives.
  • Monitored medical supplies and ordered materials to support efficient clinic operations.

CCMA

Gastro Health
Woodbridge, VA
03.2021 - 06.2023
  • Greeted and roomed patients to optimize patient flow within clinic operations.
  • Updated medical charts with accurate documentation, ensuring timely access to information.
  • Managed phone triage, taking appropriate actions under provider direction.
  • Administered treatments and procedures according to physician orders, demonstrating technical proficiency.
  • Educated patients on health matters while providing personal care for comfort and well-being.
  • Processed prescription refills per clinic protocol, following directives from providers.
  • Cultivated positive interpersonal relationships with clinic staff, managers, and providers.
  • Initiated cross-functional tasks to enhance seamless delivery of patient care.

CCMA

Modern Vascular of Fairfax
Fairfax, VA
06.2019 - 02.2021
  • Delivered nursing assistance for pre-operative and post-operative care as assigned.
  • Ensured completion of required documentation in compliance with regulations and standards.
  • Roomed patients for vascular consultations to facilitate efficient workflows.
  • Assisted nursing staff with blood draws for laboratory testing.
  • Scribed cases under physician supervision to maintain accurate records.
  • Executed additional duties as assigned, supporting overall team operations.

Customer Service Representative & Shift Manager

Pizza Hut
Woodbridge, VA
09.2011 - 06.2019
  • Ensured a safe and clean work environment while delivering exceptional customer service.
  • Managed staff by assigning work duties to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Executed store opening and closing procedures to maintain operational integrity.
  • Communicated employee concerns to General Managers for prompt resolution.
  • Processed payments and made change accurately using cash register.

CNA

Fairfax Rehabilitation & Nursing center
Fairfax, VA
04.2018 - 06.2018
  • Delivered nursing assistance as assigned to support patient care needs.
  • Ensured completion of required documentation in compliance with regulations and standards.
  • Executed additional duties as delegated by charge nurse to maintain workflow efficiency.

Teacher Assistant

Matthew’s Center
Manassas, VA
03.2017 - 06.2018
  • Implemented student behavior management plans using positive behavioral supports.
  • Collaborated with instructional staff to monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
  • Collected data on IEP goals under guidance of program facilitator and teacher.
  • Prepared materials for lesson plans and individualized student objectives.
  • Executed lesson plans in alignment with guidance from program facilitator and teacher.
  • Assisted students with eating, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene needs.
  • Participated in meetings to review student programs and operational protocols.
  • Provided feedback to enhance services for students.

Adult Program Assistant

St. Coletta of Greater Washington
Alexandria, VA
09.2014 - 03.2017
  • Ensured safety and well-being of adult program participants through compassionate support.
  • Assisted individuals with disabilities in achieving self-sufficiency and independence.
  • Completed comprehensive training courses in Human Rights, HIPAA, and CPR, among others.
  • Provided daily assistance with physical care, toileting, medication administration, and mobility tasks.
  • Researched and organized community activities and outings, ensuring wheelchair accessibility.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with supervisors, co-workers, participants, families, and agencies.
  • Maintained compliance with confidentiality standards in case notes and incident reporting.

Education

NHA CCMA – Certificate of Completion -

Metropolitan Institute of Health Technology
Lorton, VA
09.2021

Virginia State Board of Nursing Certified Nurse Aide -

Excel Health Institute
Manassas, VA
08.2018

High School Diploma -

Gar-field Senior High School
Woodbridge, VA
06.2013

Skills

  • CNA certification
  • CCMA certification
  • Bilingual communication
  • BLS and CPR certification
  • Patient care and support
  • Vital signs assessment
  • Medical terminology expertise
  • Office administration skills
  • Time management strategies
  • Multi-tasking abilities
  • Customer service excellence
  • Patient scheduling coordination

Community Service

  • 11/01/15: Hilda Brag Homeless Prevention Center, Woodbridge, VA,
  • Encouraged adolescents to focus on education and planning. Spent quality time on activities such as reading, playing board games, writing, artwork, etc.
  • 09/01/10- 06/01/13: Key Club, Woodbridge, VA,
  • Assisted Kiwanis' in carrying out their mission of serving the children of the world.

Certification

  • Audiology Technician Certificate
  • Basic Life Support Certified
  • Certified Nurse Aid
  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

CCMA/ AuD Tech

Potomac Ear Nose and Throat
10.2023 - Current

CCMA

Greater Prince William Community Center
06.2023 - 10.2023

CCMA

Gastro Health
03.2021 - 06.2023

CCMA

Modern Vascular of Fairfax
06.2019 - 02.2021

CNA

Fairfax Rehabilitation & Nursing center
04.2018 - 06.2018

Teacher Assistant

Matthew’s Center
03.2017 - 06.2018

Adult Program Assistant

St. Coletta of Greater Washington
09.2014 - 03.2017

Customer Service Representative & Shift Manager

Pizza Hut
09.2011 - 06.2019

NHA CCMA – Certificate of Completion -

Metropolitan Institute of Health Technology

Virginia State Board of Nursing Certified Nurse Aide -

Excel Health Institute

High School Diploma -

Gar-field Senior High School