Mayra Canas Toj
Fairview,NJ
Summary
Proficient Medical Assistant known for strong teamwork and effective patient communication. Experienced in managing surgical schedules and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Prepared to leverage skills for improved patient care and operational efficiency.
Overview
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10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant/Receptionist
Livewell Pain Management
Elmwood Park, New Jersey
03.2026 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and treatments.
- Greeted patients and visitors, verified patient information, and managed patient flow in the reception area.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed the office calendar efficiently.
- Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments, and provided general information to callers.
- Handled incoming calls and addressed patient inquiries professionally.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured availability of necessary supplies.
- Collaborated with medical staff to streamline office workflow processes.
- Provided support with front desk duties such as checking in patients, collecting copayments and deductibles, answering phones.
Surgical Coordinator
Teaneck Surgical Center
Teaneck, New Jersey
12.2019 - 03.2026
- Managed daily scheduling of surgeries, aligning availability of surgeons and anesthesiologists to maximize operational efficiency.
- Coordinated surgical schedules for multiple procedures, optimizing use of resources and minimizing delays.
- Communicated with surgeons and medical staff to confirm procedural requirements.
- Processed insurance verification and authorization, ensuring compliance with procedural requirements.
- Managed patient intake and maintained accurate medical records.
- Assisted patients in understanding pre-operative instructions and post-operative care.
- Responded to patient inquiries via phone, providing information about surgeries and follow-up visits. from patients inquiring about upcoming scheduled surgeries or follow up visits.
Medical Assistant
Carepoint Health Office
Jersey City, New Jersey
03.2017 - 11.2019
- Assisted pediatricians with patient examinations and procedures.
- Conducted routine screenings and collected vital signs accurately.
- Performed patient histories, vital signs, and medical screenings.
- Assisted in administering immunizations to improve patient compliance with vaccination schedules.
- Managed patient records and scheduled appointments to optimize clinic workflow.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to enhance patient flow and reduce wait times.
- Communicated effectively with children to alleviate fears during visits.
- Collected laboratory specimens for diagnostic testing.
Education
Medical Assistant
American Training School
West New York, NJ11-2013
High School Diploma -
North Bergen High School
North Bergen, NJ06-2011
Skills
- Patient scheduling
- Electronic health records
- Insurance verification
- Medical terminology
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical office procedures
- Healthcare compliance
- HIPAA compliance
- HIPAA guidelines
- Front desk operations
- Front office administration
- Record processing
- Paperwork coordination
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Patient interaction
- Telephone etiquette
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant/Receptionist
Livewell Pain Management
03.2026 - Current
Surgical Coordinator
Teaneck Surgical Center
12.2019 - 03.2026
Medical Assistant
Carepoint Health Office
03.2017 - 11.2019
Medical Assistant
American Training School
High School Diploma -
North Bergen High School