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Maria Torres
Kyle,TX
Summary
Highly detailed- oriented knowledgeable Medical Assistant offering over 11 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. Ready to learn and grow within your practice.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Communicare
Kyle, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Insured Provider Schedule was filled and Confirmed appointments for the following day.
- Chart Prepped 1 Week in advanced by ensuring Patient came in to get lab work or any Imaging orders done prior to there appointment.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Preformed EKG's
- Administered rapid tests for COVID,FLU and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
- Labs that were collected processed labeled and left at the lab for pick up.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels.
Certified Medical Assistant
MDVIP Concierge Service- Dr. James Hahn
Austin, TX
10.2021 - 07.2023
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Collected forms, copied insurance cards and coordinated patient information for billing and insurance processing.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Preformed annual physical assessments to provide patients with optimal care. Which Included EKG, pulmonary function test, Inbody(BMI, weight), ankle brachial index, vision/audiometry exam, vital signs, and blood work.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Labeled and completed lab requisitions using ICD and CPT coding.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
EP CCMA/Clinical Preceptor
Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia
Austin, TX
05.2018 - 10.2021
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, obtained medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies and prepared Patients for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Applied ambulatory monitors on patients.
- Spanish translator between Patients and Physician.
- Preformed training on all New Medical Assistants that came in to clinic and provided education.
- Also Determined staff qualifications and making sure Medical Assistants had all the proper training to be able to work independently in clinics.
- Interact with patients making there visits as comfortable as can be for them.
Lead Certified Medical Assistant/Trainer
RediClinic
Round Rock, TX
02.2015 - 05.2018
- Precepted newly hired medical assistants to train each on office procedures and important tasks.
- Guiding and motivating medical assistant team to effectively handling administrative and clinical needs.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collected co-payments from patients for visits and completed daily cash deposits to secure funds.
- Audited samples and refrigerated medications to verify freshness and remove any expired packages.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Checked in Patient copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
- Collect co pay's on patients.
- Documented Vital Signs in health history section, Triaged Patients based on symptoms and ordered testing per clinic guide lines.
- Documented Immunizations in Patients Chart.
- Verified Which Vaccines to give to Patient with Clinical Provider based off of Texas Immunization Guide lines for texas schools.
- Gave Injections to Children Ages 2 to 18, also to Adults.
- Travel Physical for patient who were leaving the county. Then would look up country guide lines on which vaccines they may need or Prescriptions handed it to Clinical Provider.
- Preformed Blood Draws and Processed them through Labcorp.
Certified Medical Assistant
Texas Medclinic
Austin, TX
08.2012 - 02.2015
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic.
- Checked in Patients and gathered all forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Preformed Occupational/Worker Comp Testing. Such as urine drug testing, alcohol and respiratory Testing.
- Preformed Sports, Life Insurance, Occupational Physicals.
- Preformed Blood Draws and Processed order through Quest/Labcorp.
- Preformed Immunizations.
- Cleaned Instruments in proper solutions and wrapped them up to be prepared to place them in the autoclave Machine for proper sterilization.
Assistant Teacher
Escuelita Del Alma
Austin, TX
12.2011 - 06.2012
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Incorporated music and play into developmentally appropriate activities.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Set up playroom and childcare areas for safety and cleanliness.
- Helped children put on coats, gloves and other cold-weather items in preparation for outdoor activities.
- Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down toys and hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant
The College of Health Care Professions
Austin, TXGeneral Studies
Temple College
Taylor, TXGeneral Studies
Taylor High School
Taylor, TXSkills
- Vitals Collection and Documentation
- Specimens collection and processing
- EMR / EHR
- Phlebotomy
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Compassionate caregiver
- Assisting with physical exams
- Orthopedic splints
- Electrocardiographic rhythm recognition
- Adaptable
- Time Management
- Preceptor abilities
- Medical Terminology
- HIPAA Compliance
- Inventory and Supply Management
- Appointment Scheduling
- Diagnostic Testing
- Decision Making
- Medication Administration
- Electronic Charting
- Data Entry
- Quality Control
- Flexibility and Adaptability
Languages
Fluent in English and in Spanish.
Software
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Communicare
07.2023 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
MDVIP Concierge Service- Dr. James Hahn
10.2021 - 07.2023
EP CCMA/Clinical Preceptor
Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia
05.2018 - 10.2021
Lead Certified Medical Assistant/Trainer
RediClinic
02.2015 - 05.2018
Certified Medical Assistant
Texas Medclinic
08.2012 - 02.2015
Assistant Teacher
Escuelita Del Alma
12.2011 - 06.2012
Certified Medical Assistant
The College of Health Care Professions
General Studies
Temple College
General Studies
Taylor High School
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