Medical Assistant
Valley Comprehensive Medical Group
Coachella, CA
04.2019 - 05.2019
- Checked patients in, collected and verified insurance information, compiled new patient forms, scheduled appointments and updated patient files
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency
- Assisted patients in preparation for examinations, assessing and recording vital signs
- Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests
- Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including but not limited to EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests
- Performed front desk duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, greeting patients and ordering supplies
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies
- Prepared patients for examinations, taking vital signs and updating medical histories
- Communicated with patients by phone and via written correspondence