Maria Tirado
Tampa,FL
Summary
Medical Assistant specializing in dermatology, providing high-quality patient care and clinical support. Experienced in assisting with minor procedures, Mohs surgery, and cosmetic treatments. Strong pharmaceutical foundation with extensive knowledge of medications, topical applications, and treatment protocols. Focused on efficiency, patient comfort, and supporting providers in both medical and aesthetic settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Visage Dermatology
10.2025 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, including rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, and documenting medical histories.
- Assisted physicians with minor dermatologic procedures, including biopsies, excisions, and lesion removals.
- Supported Mohs surgery by preparing sterile fields, assisting during procedures, and providing post-operative care.
- Assisted with cosmetic dermatology procedures, including injectables and other aesthetic treatments.
- Prepared and maintained exam rooms, ensuring proper sterilization of instruments and adherence to infection control protocols.
- Educated patients on pre- and post-procedure care, skincare routines, and treatment plans.
- Managed patient flow to ensure efficient clinic operations and minimize wait times.
- Assisted with suture removal and wound care management.
- Documented procedures and updated electronic medical records (EMR) accurately and efficiently.
- Handled specimen collection, labeling, and preparation for laboratory processing.
- Coordinated with providers to support both medical and cosmetic dermatology services.
- Maintained inventory of medical and cosmetic supplies and ensured proper stocking of rooms.
Pharmacy Technician
Salhab Specialty Pharmacy
07.2016 - 09.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service, resolving queries and concerns with empathy and professionalism.
- Streamlined prescription processing with accurate data entry and verification of patient information.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
- Handled prior authorization requests to minimize delays and ensure patients received necessary medications in a timely manner.
- Assisted as a lead technician, responsible for onboarding and training new staff to ensure consistency and compliance with pharmacy protocols.
- Managed inventory replenishment by placing direct orders with wholesalers and manufacturers, maintaining optimal stock levels for daily pharmacy operations.
- Worked in a specialty pharmacy setting, assisting patients with high-cost or high-complexity medications.
- Ensured strict compliance with REMS regulations by confirming patient eligibility, documenting counseling, and communicating with prescribers for timely approvals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL12.2025
Associate of Arts -
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL12.2023
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Workflow optimization
- Direct Patient Care
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Visage Dermatology
10.2025 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Salhab Specialty Pharmacy
07.2016 - 09.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of South Florida
Associate of Arts -
St. Petersburg College