Maria De La Ossa

Medical Assistant

Southwest Kidney Institute

Tucson, AZ

12.2012 - Current

Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
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.
Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
Filed insurance claims forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
Documented notes during patient visits.
Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
Labeled and completed lab requisitions using ICD and CPT coding.
Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
Administered medications under physician's supervision.
Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.
Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
Conducted routine laboratory tests and sample analyses to monitor diseases.
Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.

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Medical Assistant

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Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant

High School Diploma -

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Medical Assistant

High School Diploma -

Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant

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