Maria Mendiaz
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 9 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Medical Assistant
PIMA HEART ASSOCIATES
01.2018 - 11.2023
- Facilitated any patient changes including medications, lab orders, and diagnosis codes.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Acted as first point of contact and set appointments for prospective clients.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Met customer service objectives by providing superior customer service to Spanish-speaking customers.
Medical Assistant
WEST HORIZON MEDICAL CENTER, FRONT OFFICE
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Submitting prior authorization to obtain medical approval for medications that are not covered by insurance.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Education
High school diploma -
Medical Assistant Certificate
Pima Medical Institute
Tucson, AZ10.2014
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Patient Scheduling
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- EMR / EHR
Certification
CPR Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Primary Medical Assistant
PIMA HEART ASSOCIATES
01.2018 - 11.2023
Medical Assistant
WEST HORIZON MEDICAL CENTER, FRONT OFFICE
01.2014 - 01.2018
High school diploma -
Medical Assistant Certificate
Pima Medical Institute
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