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Maribel Ortega

Miami Beach,FL

Summary

Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.

Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.

Detail-oriented administrative assistant with experience in customer service, data entry and office management.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Medical Assistant

Family Physicians
11.2021 - 09.2023
  • 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.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
  • Measured patient pulse oximetry.

Lead Medical Assistant

MedRite Urgent Care
03.2018 - 11.2021

This was a Temporary Position during COVID -19

  • Donned and removed personal protective equipment (PPE) per company protocols.
  • Maintained safe and sanitary environment by conducting regular disinfecting and cleaning measures.
  • Documented all COVID-19 screenings, results and follow-up action on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Followed CDC guidelines to establish accuracy and compliance with COVID-19 protocols.
  • Oversaw in-person and curbside patient registration and processing.
  • Provided assistance with distribution of face masks and other equipment to equip individuals with protective gear.
  • Communicated changes in COVID-19 protocols to staff and visitors to provide real time information and enhance preparation.
  • Tracked and monitored health status of individuals entering premises to provide protection and control contamination.
  • Obtained temperatures of visitors and employees at entry of facility and asked screening questions.
  • Monitored individuals for signs and symptoms of COVID-19 to apply prompt response and medical attention.
  • Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
  • Specialized in conducting COVID-19 tests with accuracy and precision.
  • Summarized test results and activities for management via verbal updates or written reports.
  • Followed Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) consistently across daily activities and special products.
  • Upheld laboratory protocols dictated by facility, governing agencies, or special project requirements.
  • Identified and traced quality control issues impacting laboratory results.
  • Operated wide range of laboratory equipment and instruments to complete analysis.

Customer Service Specialist

Results Companies
02.2013 - 01.2018
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions.
  • Achieved high satisfaction rating through proactive one-call resolutions of customer issues.
  • Complied with company policies and procedures by encouraging positive and effective work environment among employees.
  • Reinforced established quality control standards and followed procedures for optimal customer interactions.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Updated account information to maintain customer records.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.

Medical Assistant

Gessler Clinic
09.2010 - 01.2013
  • 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.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.

Medical Assistant Intern

Gessler Clinic
07.2010 - 09.2010
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Collected histories, vitals, and current complaints via patient interviews.
  • Created and prepared patient charts accurately for clinics and medical professionals.
  • Welcomed patients and inquired about wellbeing since last treatment.

Residential Care Specialist

Hawthorn Senior Living
06.2009 - 07.2010
  • This position was available to me while obtaining my Associates Degree in Medical Assistant, also held a class for a Certified Medication Aide to administer medications to residents
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
  • Used stretchers and wheelchairs to transport patients to treatment units.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Account and Office Manager

Tommy's Tires & Auto Service
02.2000 - 04.2009
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
  • Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
  • Managed compliance to keep organization operating within legal and regulatory guidelines.
  • Controlled finances to lower costs and keep business operating within budget.
  • Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
  • Confirmed compliance with all applicable federal, state and local payroll laws and regulations.
  • Reviewed time records for 6 employees to verify accuracy of information.
  • Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Input high volume of monthly invoices with consistent accuracy.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivables and payroll.

Education

Associate Degree in Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting

Southern Technical College
Auburndale, Fl
09.2010

Skills

  • Patient Assessments
  • Medical Terminology
  • Removing Sutures
  • Patient-Handling Equipment
  • Restocking Lab Supplies
  • Specimen Collection
  • Communicating with Patient Families
  • Documentation Procedures Expertise
  • Assisting with Physical Exams
  • Patient Vital Taking
  • Simple Dressings
  • Proper Waste Disposal

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Head Medical Assistant

Family Physicians
11.2021 - 09.2023

Lead Medical Assistant

MedRite Urgent Care
03.2018 - 11.2021

Customer Service Specialist

Results Companies
02.2013 - 01.2018

Medical Assistant

Gessler Clinic
09.2010 - 01.2013

Medical Assistant Intern

Gessler Clinic
07.2010 - 09.2010

Residential Care Specialist

Hawthorn Senior Living
06.2009 - 07.2010

Account and Office Manager

Tommy's Tires & Auto Service
02.2000 - 04.2009

Associate Degree in Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting

Southern Technical College
Maribel Ortega