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MARIATERESA TORRES PINEDA
MEDICAL ASISTENT
Carmel,Indiana
Summary
- 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.
- Compassionate professional skilled in managing medical emergencies and fostering positive relationships with patients and families.
- Expert in communicating medical terminology clearly and concisely to patients, families and other healthcare professionals. Highly organized and detail-oriented for accurately completing paperwork and documentation.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Ministry Of Health
MEDICINE INTERNAL DOCTOR
09.2016 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Ministry Of Health
MEDICINE INTERNAL DOCTOR
01.2009 - 12.2015
Job overview
- Directed patients on medication use and lifestyle modifications to improve health.
- Followed internal medicine guidelines while treating patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patients' conditions and progress to reevaluate treatments.
- Met with patients to discuss medical histories and current complaints.
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
- Referred patients to medical specialists for other needed interventions.
- Documented and discussed historical medical information, recent symptoms and current complaints at each visit to maintain comprehensive records.
- Counseled patients on newly diagnosed health conditions and maintenance of existing conditions.
- Adhered to healthcare facility protocols and all regulations.
Ministry Of Health
DOCTOR OF MEDICINE
12.2002 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions, and suggested treatment options.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses.
- Provided emergent medical care and treatment for life-threatening injuries and illnesses.
- Identified serious conditions and emergency situations and immediately referred to hospital for prompt care.
- Provided consultation to staff and administration on patient treatment.
Education
INSTITUTO VENEZOLANO DE LOS SEGUROS SOCIALES CIUDAD OJEDA- VENEZUELA
Associate of Science from INTERNAL MEDICINE DOCTOR
11.2011
UNIVERSIDAD DEL ZULIAMARACAIBO- VENEZUELA
Bachelor of Science from DOCTOR OF MEDICINE
12.2002
Skills
- Electrocardiography
- Medical Procedures Understanding
- Monitoring Patient Progress
- Bookkeeping Support
- Team Management
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Toileting
- Ph Testing
- Assisting with Physical Exams
- Case Management
- Medical Terminology
- Direct Patient Care
Timeline
MEDICINE INTERNAL DOCTOR
Ministry Of Health
09.2016 - 05.2020
MEDICINE INTERNAL DOCTOR
Ministry Of Health
01.2009 - 12.2015
DOCTOR OF MEDICINE
Ministry Of Health
12.2002 - 01.2009
INSTITUTO VENEZOLANO DE LOS SEGUROS SOCIALES
Associate of Science from INTERNAL MEDICINE DOCTOR
UNIVERSIDAD DEL ZULIA
Bachelor of Science from DOCTOR OF MEDICINE