Maria Cruz-Alvarez
Elgin,TX
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with background in providing support to physicians, handling patient care tasks, and managing administrative duties. Skilled in recording vital signs, preparing patients for examination, and maintaining medical records with confidentiality and accuracy. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy. Contributed to streamlining clinical processes resulting in more efficient patient flow and enhanced care delivery.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant Extern
Village Medical At Walgreens
Austin, Texas
02.2025 - Current
- Performed patient intake procedures such as taking vital signs, medical histories, and preparing patients for examinations.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Administered injections, immunizations, venipunctures and other treatments under direct supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Ensured exam rooms were properly stocked with supplies and equipment necessary for patient care.
Front Desk Agent
Residence Inn Marriott
Austin, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted with check-in and check-out procedures for guests.
- Answered telephones and greeted visitors to assist, answer questions and direct.
- Kept records of room availability and guest accounts, manually or using computers.
- Computed bills, collected payments and made change for guests.
Restaurant Team Member
Torchys
Austin, Texas
07.2019 - 01.2023
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Trained new team members on restaurant policies and procedures.
- Navigated job responsibilities and completed regular tasks by interacting effectively with other employees.
Education
Medical Assistant
The College of Health Care Professions
TX05-2025
High School Diploma -
Reagan Highschool
Austin, TX06-2020
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs assessment
- Medical terminology
- Chart organization
- Customer service
- Fluent in English and Spanish
Certification
- NRCMA
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant Extern
Village Medical At Walgreens
02.2025 - Current
Front Desk Agent
Residence Inn Marriott
08.2022 - Current
Restaurant Team Member
Torchys
07.2019 - 01.2023
Medical Assistant
The College of Health Care Professions
High School Diploma -
Reagan Highschool
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