Melissa Fernandez
Beverly Hills
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant with strong patient care, communication, and organizational skills. Experienced in coordinating patient interactions and assisting with medical procedures to enhance healthcare delivery.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant II
US Oncology Network/MOHC
Middletown
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers in patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient intake, scheduling, and medical record updates.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions.
- Coordinated communication between patients and medical staff efficiently.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate patient documentation.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
Senior Medical Assistant
Ucf Health
Orlando
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling and follow-up communications with patients.
- Administered medications and vaccinations under supervision of physicians.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and preventive care practices.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and medical supplies.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance patient care workflows.
- Conducted preliminary assessments to gather patient health information efficiently.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing according to established protocols.
- Initiated venipuncture procedures according to established protocols.
- Monitored medication refills and prescription renewals requested by physician or other healthcare provider.
- Communicated effectively with patients to ensure their understanding of instructions given by the physician or other healthcare personnel.
- Performed patient assessments, including taking vital signs and medical histories.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing documents.
Education
Medical Assistant -
J.H. Thompson Academies
Erie Pa06-1993
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant II
US Oncology Network/MOHC
09.2024 - Current
Senior Medical Assistant
Ucf Health
03.2022 - 08.2024
Medical Assistant -
J.H. Thompson Academies