Maria Noemi Perla
Houston
Summary
Certified Medical Assistant with extensive experience in direct patient care and assisting physicians in clinical settings. Skilled in medical records management, EKG, vaccine administration, and patient education. Committed to improving patient outcomes through compassionate care, efficient procedures, and maintaining a sterile environment. Experienced Certified Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality. Highly motivated and committed Certified Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a Senior Certified Medical Assistant Position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Center Medical Houston Methodist Hospital
2023.03 - Current
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate medical assistance during appointments.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly upon arrival, checking them in efficiently, and answering any questions they had about their visit or overall healthcare needs.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Increased patient safety by meticulously following infection control protocols and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Consistently maintained up-to-date certifications, demonstrating dedication to professional development and quality patient care.
- Measured patient spirometry.
My Health Sight
(Covid-Testing)- Certified Medical Assistant
2021.09 - 2021.12
- Covid-19 Nasal Swab Patients
- Laboratory Work At Lab
RCN Regional Care Network
Covid Administration
2021.04 - 2021.06
- Analyzed and defined network requirements, optimization and support for Type projects.
- Covid-19 Nasal Swab Patients
- Vertified Patients Identity
Family Medicine Clinic & Women's Health
Certified Medical Assistant
2021.01 - 2021.03
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures
- Back office/ Front Office
- Verifying Insurance/ Documents
- Triage Patients
- EKG’s
High Tech Family Care Woodlands
Certified Medical Assistant
2020.08 - 2020.12
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by maintaining clean living spaces and addressing any household hazards.
- Monitored health status of each family member regularly, reporting any concerns to healthcare providers promptly for appropriate intervention.
- Managed medication schedules for multiple family members, ensuring proper administration and adherence to doctor''s instructions.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Documenting patients medical information,including medical history and health insurance
information. - Performing data entry tasks to document patient's records within the facility databases and
maintaining patients files. - Coordinating daily office activities, greeting patients and checking patients in and out for their
appointments - Managing office telephone systems, including answering calls and returning messages
PCP For Life, Magnolia
Certified Medical Assistant
2019.06 - 2020.08
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Help patients by providing information, services, and assistance.
- Maintains medical supplies inventory and performs preventive maintenance to keep medical
equipment operating. - Verifies patient information by interviewing patients,recording medical history ,and confirming
purpose of visit. - Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood
pressure, weight and temperature; and reporting patient history summary.
Education
Medical Field
Florida Career College
Florida Career College,70 Farm Market 1960 Rd W,11.2020
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA09.2019
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Terminology
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient Scheduling
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Patient documentation
- Patient Assessments
- Inventory and supply management
- Customer Service
- Direct Patient Care
- Immunization Administration
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Reliable team player
- Sterilization techniques
- Electronic Medical Records
- Data Entry
- Compassionate
- CPR
- Insurance Verification
- Knowledge of EKG rhythm interpretation
- Companionship and emotional support
- Patient Care
- Operating EKG Equipment
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- Certified for BLS
- Certified for CPR
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Center Medical Houston Methodist Hospital
2023.03 - Current
My Health Sight
(Covid-Testing)- Certified Medical Assistant
2021.09 - 2021.12
RCN Regional Care Network
Covid Administration
2021.04 - 2021.06
Family Medicine Clinic & Women's Health
Certified Medical Assistant
2021.01 - 2021.03
High Tech Family Care Woodlands
Certified Medical Assistant
2020.08 - 2020.12
PCP For Life, Magnolia
Certified Medical Assistant
2019.06 - 2020.08
Medical Field
Florida Career College
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- Certified for BLS
- Certified for CPR
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