Maria Ramirez

Seeking a rewarding position as a Certified Medical Assistant where I can utilize my communication and prioritization skills in a fast-paced medical environment. Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 18 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.

• Proficient in documenting medical information into Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Experienced in ambulatory care settings with the ability to manage fast-paced patient flow under pressure.
• Skilled in taking patient medical histories, recording medication lists, and vital signs.
• Prepares and cleans treatment rooms for various procedures or examinations.
• Knowledgeable in administering vaccines, injections, and conducting skin tests with proper verification.
• Qualified to perform non-invasive screening tests, including EKGs, Spirometry, Otoscopic exams, and Ear Lavage.
• Experienced in collecting and handling specimens (sputum, semen, stool, UA dip sticks, and pregnancy tests).
• Administers medications orally, sublingually, topically, and by inhalation.
• Assisted physicians with pap smears and minor clinical procedures.

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) – National Health Association
• Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) – National Health Association
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) – National Health Association
• Certified in CPR/BLS
• Certified in Fire and Safety

• Annual Family Health Fair, Kaiser Permanente (1998 – 2012).
• Kids Care Fair Immunization Unit, Baldwin Park Unified School District (1998 – 2005).
• Annual Health Care Service Trip to Tijuana, Mexico: Provided physicals and health services to the local community (2004 – 2011).
• Received an award from Kaiser Permanente for Outstanding Volunteer Service to the community.