Maria G Torres
Manchester,CT
Summary
Experienced with healthcare procedures and patient assistance. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability to meet changing priorities and delivering high-quality results. Proven ability to assist in patient care, manage medical records, and support office operations. Positive and upbeat with excellent communications skills
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Premier OB/GYN of Ridgewood
Ridgewood, NJ
09.2024 - 03.2026
- Measured and documented vital signs, contributing to comprehensive patient care and monitoring.
- Executed administration of vaccines and medications through intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
- Assist healthcare providers in gynecological procedures
- Perform Non-Stress Tests on obstetrics patients
- Administered venipuncture techniques, ensuring patient comfort and adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinate with patients to schedule follow-up appointments under the supervision of healthcare providers
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
Medical Assistant
AFC Urgent Care Hillsdale
Hillsdale, NJ
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Perform Vital Signs (Adult & Pediatrics)
- Perform Mononucleosis & Rapid Strep Test
- Administer Medication & Vaccines (Intramuscular, Interdermal & Subcutaneous Injections)
- Perform Capillary Puncture & Venipuncture
- Assist in Registering Patients
- Perform Non-DOT/DOT Drug Screens & Non-DOT Physicals
- Assist in Preoperative Medical Clearance
- Maintain accurate electronic health records by documenting patient interactions and treatment plans timely.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Medical Assistant
AFC Urgent Care Paramus
Paramus, NJ
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Executed comprehensive vital sign assessments for adult and pediatric patients.
- Perform Mononucleosis & Rapid Strep Test
- Performed intramuscular, interdermal, and subcutaneous injections for medication and vaccine delivery, adhering to safety standards.
- Perform Capillary Puncture & Venipuncture
- Assist in Registering Patients
- Perform Non-DOT/DOT Drug Screens & Non-DOT Physicals
- Assist in Preoperative Medical Clearance
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Support patient comfort by preparing examination rooms and ensuring a welcoming environment during visits.**
Cashier/Front End Supervisor
Party City
Wayne, NJ
06.2016 - 05.2017
- Guaranteed positive customer experience and resolved all customer complaints
- Worked as a team member performing cashier duties and product assistance
- Maintained a clean work environment
Education
Registered Medical Assistant - Candidate for Registered Medical Assistant
Lincoln Technical Institute
Paramus, NJ07-2020
Skills
- Bilingual - Spanish / English
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Vital sign monitoring
- Adaptable
- Reliable team player
- Phlebotomy
- Electronic medical records
- Immunization administration
- Specimens collection and processing
- Professionalism and ethics
- Sterilization techniques
Certification
- Phlebotomy Certified
- BLS/AED Certified-AHA
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Premier OB/GYN of Ridgewood
09.2024 - 03.2026
Medical Assistant
AFC Urgent Care Hillsdale
08.2020 - 08.2024
Medical Assistant
AFC Urgent Care Paramus
08.2020 - 08.2024
Cashier/Front End Supervisor
Party City
06.2016 - 05.2017
Registered Medical Assistant - Candidate for Registered Medical Assistant
Lincoln Technical Institute