EMR
Martha Sanchez
Medical assistant
Independence,MO
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Medical Assistant
Kccare clinic
Kansas City, MO
08.2017 - 01.2024
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and documentation to ensure accurate medical records.
- Collected and processed patient samples for laboratory tests, adhering to safety protocols and standards.
- Managed appointment scheduling and patient flow to enhance clinic efficiency and reduce wait times.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and preventive care to promote health literacy.
- Maintained sterilization of medical instruments and cleanliness of examination rooms to uphold safety regulations.
- Coordinated with insurance companies to verify patient coverage, facilitating smooth billing processes.
- Trained new staff on clinic procedures, fostering a collaborative team environment and enhancing service delivery.
- Implemented electronic health record systems for improved data management and streamlined patient information access.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
- Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Assisted in the development of clinic policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide coordinated care.
- Empowered patients through education on self-management techniques for chronic conditions.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for all procedures and treatments.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
- Improved patient satisfaction, efficiently managing appointment schedules and reducing wait times.
- Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer any questions.
- Facilitated positive patient experience, greeting patients warmly and providing clear directions within clinic.
- Contributed to clean and safe clinic environment by adhering to sanitation protocols.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Medical Assistant
Pediatric care north
Kansas City, MO
10.2011 - 10.2013
- Triage patients ,vital signs,give vaccines ,injections,referrals assist doctors with any procedures,clean and stock rooms,EKG,collect specimens for rapid strep,rsv,influenza testing .
Medical Assistant
Heartland primary care
Kansas City, KS
08.2009 - 10.2011
- Vital signs,give vaccines,injections,referrals,auto clave instruments set up for minor surgeries blood drawns,EKG,collect specimens for rapid strep,rsv,influenza testing.translations I'm bilingual.
Medical Assistant
CenterWell
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Collected and processed patient samples for laboratory tests, adhering to safety protocols and standards.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Supported patient well-being, providing empathetic care and addressing concerns with sensitivity.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Contributed to reduction in patient readmission rates by providing thorough discharge instructions and follow-up care recommendations.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and documentation to ensure accurate medical records.
- Improved patient satisfaction, efficiently managing appointment schedules and reducing wait times.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Improved clinical workflow with introduction of electronic health records system.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Contributed to clean and safe clinic environment by adhering to sanitation protocols.
- Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer any questions.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Measured patient spirometry.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
- Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.
Medical Assistant
Ku pediatrics
Kansas City, MO
09.2007 - 08.2009
- Triage patients,give vaccines ,collect specimens for newborn screening,rsv,rapid strep,influenza testing,translations,clean stock rooms.
Medical Assistant
Duchesse clinic
Kansas City, MO
04.2001 - 09.2007
- Triage patients,injections,dressing change,EKG,blood drawns.inluenza testing,,rapid strep,referrals,assist doctors transalatoins,auto clave instruments,set up instrument for minor surgeries..
Education
High school diploma - undefined
1984
MA - undefined
's hospital. in
Patient care technician - undefined
Skills
- Experience Administering Injections
- Laboratory Experience
- Medical Records
- Phlebotomy
- Venipuncture
- Medical Scheduling
- Critical Care Experience
- Patient Care
- EMR Systems
- Vital Signs
- Triage
- Medical Imaging
- Medical Office Experience
- HIPAA
- Medical Terminology
- Epic
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Hospital Experience
- Cerner
- Customer service
- Time management
- EClinicalWorks
- Clerical Experience
- Languages
- Proper Sterilization Techniques
- Wound Care and Irrigation
- Customer Service
- Clinical Applications
- Restocking Lab Supplies
- Patient Toileting
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Charting Expertise
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Patient Feeding
- Direct Patient Care
- Assisting with Physical Exams
- Completing Insurance Forms
- Simple Dressings
- Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs)
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation Procedures Expertise
- EKG Set Up and Monitoring
- Electronic Medical Record
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Specimen Collection
- Medical Records Management
- Equipment and Instrument Sterilizatoin
- Media Preparation
- Lab Equipment Operation
- Patient-Handling Equipment
- Chemical Solution Preparation
- Using Plate Washers
- Team Management
- Water Bath Maintenance
- Traction Equipment
- Electrocardiographic Rhythm Recognition
- Doppler Proficiency
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Monitoring Patient Progress
- Experience Administering Injections
- Bookkeeping Support
- Needs Assessment
- Family Education
- Medical Procedures Understanding
- Feeding Assistance Expertise
- Using Centrifuges
- Emptying Catheter Bags
- Ambulating and Repositioning Patients
- Ph Testing
- Stocking Supplies
- Pulse Volume Recording
- Lab Equipment Calibration
- Customer Relationship Management
- Communicating with Patient Families
- General Housekeeping Abilities
- Knowledge of EKG Rhythm Interpretation
- Using Scales
- STD Counseling
- Maintaining Liquid Nitrogen Tanks
- First Aid
- Buffers and Plates
- Medications Familiarity
- Patient Management
- Patient Oral Care
- Antigen Testing
- Graphing Recordings on Incubators and Freezers
- Injury Treatment
- Resource Management
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Suctioning
Certification
CPR Certification
BLS Certification
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
AED Certification
Additional Information
- ECW —- Cerner —-Greenway EMR , Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Medical Assistant - CenterWell
09.2024 - 09.2025
Medical Assistant - Kccare clinic
08.2017 - 01.2024
Medical Assistant - Pediatric care north
10.2011 - 10.2013
Medical Assistant - Heartland primary care
08.2009 - 10.2011
Medical Assistant - Ku pediatrics
09.2007 - 08.2009
Medical Assistant - Duchesse clinic
04.2001 - 09.2007
Westport high school - High school diploma,
Luke - MA,
St Luke's hospital - Patient care technician,
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSoftware
martha sanchez
I’m been a medical assistant for so many years I’m very flexible and I have good attendance I’m looking for a new work environment to call it new home .
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)