Melissa Jimenez
Berwick,PA
Summary
Compassionate and effective medical professional skilled in patient care and administrative tasks. Known for strong attention to detail and ability to collaborate in team settings. Eager to leverage expertise in patient education and appointment scheduling to enhance healthcare delivery.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Family MediCenter
Bloomfield, New Jersey
11.2017 - 06.2025
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Collected and recorded patient histories and vital signs.
- Prepared examination rooms, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
- Administered injections and medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed office flow efficiently.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and health maintenance practices.
- Maintained medical records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Operated medical equipment, including EKG machines and blood pressure monitors.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
- Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
- Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
- Assessed, documented, and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning correctly prior to use during patient examinations or treatments.
- Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
- Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
- Processed payments from patients accurately using cash registers or computerized systems.
- Assisted with scheduling patient appointments and follow-up visits.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elizabeth High
Elizabeth, NJ06-1993
Skills
- Patient education
- Medical record management
- Vital sign assessment
- Injection administration
- EKG operation
- Appointment scheduling
- HIPAA compliance
- Diagnostic testing
- Healthcare coordination
- Medication management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
Affiliations
- Variety Of Interests And Skills. Leadership Skills. ...
- Balancing Personal And Professional Life.
- Effective Communication.
- Having Empathy And Open-Mindedness. Emotional Intelligence.
- Building Strong Relationships. ...
- Developing Confidence and Self-Awareness.
- Exploring And Cultivating Passions.
- Adapting To Change.
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Family MediCenter
11.2017 - 06.2025
High School Diploma -
Elizabeth High