Melissa Orozco
Oxnard,CA
Summary
Dynamic Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Clinicas Del Camino Real, excelling in patient education and effective communication. Proven ability to enhance patient care through meticulous vital sign monitoring and adherence to HIPAA compliance. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment while managing appointment scheduling and laboratory specimen collection efficiently. Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Personable Medical Assistant bringing several years of hands-on experience balancing problematic administrative and clinical duties to achieve patient satisfaction. Offering thorough understanding of medical registration process and procedures to streamline client processing. Compassionate and respectful collaborator recognized for delivering high-quality healthcare and excellent customer service. Focused professional motivated to deliver seamless and pleasant healthcare experience to patients. Offering extensive background assisting medical teams in examining and treating patients. Skillful in measuring vitals, preparing, and drawing blood samples and preparing treatment rooms for examinations. Certified Medical Assistant with relevant experience in fast-paced healthcare settings. Strong background in patient care, medical terminology, and electronic health record systems. Showcased ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing environments or demands. Success noted in improving clinic workflow efficiency and contributing positively to team-focused environments. Empathetic, effective and motivated professional combines extensive clinical experience and knowledge with compassion. Detailed understanding of protocols governing medical test preparation and documentation. Vital asset for processing medical and insurance claims.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
General Surgery Medical Group
Oxnard, Ca
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted in patient intake by collecting medical history and personal information.
- Supported healthcare providers during patient examinations and procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical examination rooms.
- Managed appointment scheduling for patients using electronic health record systems.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address their concerns and needs.
- 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.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Medical Assistant
Camarillo Childrens Medical Group
Camarillo, California
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted in patient intake by collecting medical history and personal information.
- Supported healthcare providers during patient examinations and procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical examination rooms.
- Managed appointment scheduling for patients using electronic health record systems.
- Handled laboratory specimen collection and preparation for testing.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address their concerns and needs.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures in the clinic.
- 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.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
Medical Assistant
Clinicas Del Camino Real
Oxnard, California
04.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted in patient intake by collecting medical history and personal information.
- Supported healthcare providers during patient examinations and procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical examination rooms.
- Managed appointment scheduling for patients using electronic health record systems.
- Educated patients on medication instructions and follow-up care procedures.
- Handled laboratory specimen collection and preparation for testing.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address their concerns and needs.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures in the clinic.
- 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.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
Education
Medical Assistant Certificate -
Center For Employment Training
Oxnard, CA02-2019
High School Diploma -
Hueneme High School
Oxnard California 06-2015
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Laboratory specimen collection
- Patient education
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital sign measurement
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Medical documentation
- Appointment management
- Specimens collection and processing
- Medical terminology in [languages]
- Clinical operations
- Data entry
- Patient oral care
- CPR
- Vital sign monitoring
- EKG set up and monitoring
- Appointment setting
- Insurance authorizations
- Prescription refills
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Certification
- Medical Assistant Certificate
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Medical Assistant
General Surgery Medical Group
05.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Camarillo Childrens Medical Group
11.2024 - 02.2025
Medical Assistant
Clinicas Del Camino Real
04.2022 - 05.2024
Medical Assistant Certificate -
Center For Employment Training
High School Diploma -
Hueneme High School
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