MARIA CHRISTINA QUINONEZ
Pollock Pines,CA
Summary
Certified Medical Assistant with relevant experience in fast-paced healthcare settings. Strong background in patient care, medical terminology, and electronic health record systems. Showcased ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing environments or demands.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Marshall Medical Center for Primary Care OBGYN
02.2012 - Current
- Prepare patients for their visits by updating their medical history and medications and taking vital signs.
- Administered injections according to provider's orders.
- Assisted providers in procedures, ensuring patient comfort and compliance.
- Perform various in office point of care patient testing and controls.
- Processed medication refills and prior authorizations, facilitating timely patient care.
- Communicated lab results to patients, providing clear explanations and addressing concerns.
- Schedule appointments.
- Send referrals to a specialist.
- Complete disability paperwork.
- Set up a sterile tray for various procedures.
- Clean and sterilize medical equipment, exam rooms and lab.
- Ensure exam rooms are stocked with supplies.
- Order supplies and medications for the clinic.
- Monitor refrigerator and room temperatures.
- Provide training for fresh staff members.
- Support front office with checking patients in and out for their appointments.
Clinic Resource
Marshall Medical Center for Primary Care OBGYN
05.2019 - 12.2022
- Conducted clinic operations in an appropriate, caring, and efficient manner.
- Facilitated training sessions for clinic staff, improving skills and knowledge application.
- Coordinated daily Team Huddles, promoting effective communication and collaboration.
- Worked closely with Practice Director and gave input regarding employee's performance.
- Assisted co-workers during peak workloads and short staffing.
- Managed inventory and procurement of supplies and medications for clinic operations.
- Performed additional tasks directed by the Practice Director.
Medical Assistant
Marshall Medical Center for Primary Care
Placerville, California
02.2007 - 02.2012
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures.
- Administered injections, medications, and treatments according to physician orders.
- Collected and documented patient medical histories accurately.
- Scheduled patient appointments efficiently to minimize wait times. and maintained appointment calendars to optimize workflow.
- Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers to enhance patient experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in examination rooms.
- Maintained cleanliness of examination rooms by regularly sanitizing surfaces and organizing supplies., stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Prepared and organized medical instruments for procedures.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Cleaned medical equipment to meet safety standards and established procedures.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Called pharmacies to verify and process patient prescription requests. to process and manage patient prescription requests. to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Education
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting
PIMA MEDICAL INSTITUTE
Tucson, ArizonaCochise College
Douglas, AZSkills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Detailed Oriented
- Interpersonal Skills
- Time Management
- Understands Medical Procedures
- Inventory and Supply Management
- EMR Software
- Critical Thinking
- Information Confidentiality
- Team Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Safety Procedures
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Coaching and Mentoring
Certification
- Medical Assistant Certificate
- Registered Medical Assistant Certificate
- Basic Life Support Certificate
References
- KRISTIN NURRE, NP, Marshall Family Medicine, 530-317-7628
- TINA WOY, Previous Supervisor for Marshall OBGYN Clinic, 530-306-6836
- Edward Denious MD, Marshall OBGYN, 502-797-3208
Leadership Experience
Clinic Resource Marshall OBGYN Clinic, 05/2019-12/2022
Timeline
Clinic Resource
Marshall Medical Center for Primary Care OBGYN
05.2019 - 12.2022
Medical Assistant
Marshall Medical Center for Primary Care OBGYN
02.2012 - Current
Medical Assistant
Marshall Medical Center for Primary Care
02.2007 - 02.2012
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting
PIMA MEDICAL INSTITUTE
Cochise College