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Megan Quezada

Kelso,WA

Summary

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with over 5 years of experience in clinical and administrative healthcare settings. Proven expertise in patient triage, preventative screenings, and electronic health records (EPIC). Dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care in fast-paced environments while adhering to HIPAA and OSHA standards.

Overview

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1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant

Cowlitz Family Health Center
Longview, WA
05.2024 - Current
  • Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
  • Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
  • Supported preventive screenings and routine procedures during primary care appointments
  • Coordinated appointment scheduling and patient follow-up, enhancing access to family medicine services
  • Prepared examination rooms and maintained clean clinical supplies for provider use
  • Supported patients in completing forms and addressing healthcare inquiries, improving patient experience and engagement.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance while organizing confidential patient records for efficient information retrieval
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.

Medical Assistant Apprentice

Cowlitz Family Health Center
Longview, WA
01.2023 - 05.2024
  • Conduct comprehensive patient intake including vitals (BP, pulse, temp) and medical history for a diverse patient population.
  • Perform clinical procedures including blood draws, immunizations, and diagnostic EKGs under provider direction.
  • Facilitated preventative health by screening for Pap smears, mammograms, and tobacco use, closing care gaps in patient records.
  • Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to support clinic goals regarding substance use and relationship safety.
  • Managed referral tracking and coordinated with outside facilities to ensure continuity of care for patients.
  • Maintained compliance with Washington State Scope of Practice and OSHA safety standards, ensuring a safe clinic environment.

Medical Receptionist

Cowlitz Family Health Center
Kelso, WA
07.2019 - 01.2023
  • Coordinated scheduling across multiple clinic locations while managing high-volume multiline phone systems to optimize patient flow.
  • Verified insurance eligibility and collected co-pays to ensure accurate billing and reduce patient wait times.
  • Resolved patient concerns calmly and efficiently, ensuring a positive experience for patients of all backgrounds.
  • Organized electronic records and maintained professional reception environment to enhance patient experience and operational efficiency.
  • Responded to incoming calls to provide information and direct patients to appropriate care teams. and directed patient questions to appropriate care teams.
  • Managed office phone lines by checking voicemail, returning calls and directing messages to team members.
  • Verified insurance coverage for appointments and collected co-payments.
  • Prepared charts for new patients, ensuring all necessary forms were completed correctly.
  • Retrieved faxes and uploaded documents to patient charts to assist clinical staff.
  • Carried out daily tasks by professionally communicating with physicians, nursing staff, technicians and medical assistants.
  • Entered insurance, demographics and health history into patient database.
  • Straightened up waiting room to maintain neat and organized space.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Greeted and checked in patients, updating patient information in computer system.
  • Ensured that all required paperwork was completed accurately prior to submitting it for processing.
  • Assisted with administrative tasks such as filing, faxing, copying documents.
  • Monitored waiting room activity ensuring that all patients were attended to in a timely fashion.

Driver

Super Delivery Bros
Cowlitz County, WA
04.2019 - 01.2021

Provided excellent customer service to clients while safely transporting them and or their belongings to and from their destinations, promptly and on time.

  • Loaded and unloaded packages with care to protect customer shipments.
  • Followed traffic laws and company safety procedures during deliveries.
  • Communicated delays, route changes, and service concerns to Super Delivery Bros team.
  • Documented daily mileage, gas, and other data.
  • Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Saved fuel by leveraging GPS to identify faster routes.
  • Prioritized delivery stops to ensure timely arrivals at each location. when making multiple stops along designated routes.
  • Verified delivery details against customer orders and route sheets.
  • Delivered customer service while managing cash and credit transactions with Square POS.
  • Addressed challenging customer behavior to ensure safety and comfort during rides. and handle challenging customer behavior is a calm manner to ensure a safe comfortable and secure environment in the vehicle at all time

Medical Scribe @ Peacehealth

ScribeAmerica
Fort Lauderdale, FL
07.2017 - 07.2019
  • Documented history of present illness (HPI), physical exams, and discharge instructions in EPIC to support effective patient care.
  • Recorded all treatment elements and medications with high attention to detail to maintain accuracy in patient records.
  • Prepared medical files and ordered labs to facilitate efficient patient flow for physicians.
  • Reviewed medical charts to ensure all required information was present before submission.
  • Coordinated with clinical staff to clarify documentation and workflow needs.
  • Monitored medical terminology for precise transcription and chart accuracy.
  • Maintained confidentiality across patient records and sensitive care information.
  • Supported physician efficiency through organized, timely documentation practices.
  • Captured key patient information for accurate medical record keeping. about patient histories, physical examinations, medications and other information into physical or electronic charts.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of terminology for multiple medical specialties, consistently seeking ongoing training to expand and maintain knowledge base.
  • Observed examinations and procedures performed by physicians to document findings accurately in the EMR system.
  • Used EHR system to manage patient records, always maintaining patient confidentiality according to HIPAA standards.
  • Translated medical jargon and short-hand data into correct terminology.
  • Reconciled clinical notes, patient forms and health information for compliance with HIPAA rules.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kentlake High School
Kent, WA

Skills

  • Clinical: Vital Signs, Phlebotomy/Venipuncture, Injections, EKG, Lab Testing, Wound Care

Certification

  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), National Healthcareer Association (NHA) | Exp: 04/4/2028
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification | 4/2/2028
  • Washington State Medical Assistant License, Washington state Department of health, ID: MAC.CM.61561331 /expires 10/2028

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant

Cowlitz Family Health Center
05.2024 - Current

Medical Assistant Apprentice

Cowlitz Family Health Center
01.2023 - 05.2024

Medical Receptionist

Cowlitz Family Health Center
07.2019 - 01.2023

Driver

Super Delivery Bros
04.2019 - 01.2021

Medical Scribe @ Peacehealth

ScribeAmerica
07.2017 - 07.2019

High School Diploma -

Kentlake High School
Megan Quezada