Michelle Corona
Ontario,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adapt at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Inland Psychiatric Medical Group
Chino, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- 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.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Accurately entered demographic information for new patients into practice management software program.
- Filed insurance claims forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
- Labeled and completed lab requisitions using ICD and CPT coding.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
- Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
LYCEUM NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
Dagupan City, PHILIPPINES03-2007
Skills
- Data Entry
- Medical Terminology
- Medical Billing
- Inventory Management
- Phlebotomy
- Patient-focused care
- Procedure Assistance
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Flow Management
- Payment Collection
- Patient Scheduling
- Appointment Setting
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical applications
- Advanced anatomy knowledge
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Communicating with patient families
- Insurance Claims
- Preparing specimens and samples
- First Aid
- CPR
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Needs assessments
- EKG set up and monitoring
- Immunization Administration
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Understanding of medical laws
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Customer Service
- Human anatomy and physiology
- Insurance Verification
- Sterile technique
- Patient Assessments
- Family Education
- Electronic Medical Records
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Inventory and supply management
- Understands medical procedures
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- Restocking lab supplies
- Team management and supervision
- Therapeutic procedures
- Vital sign monitors
- Knowledge of hemodynamic pressure
- Understands mobility assistance needs
Affiliations
- I am a wife and a mom of 2 beautiful boys
Languages
English
Professional
Tagalog
Professional
Accomplishments
- Honor roll award for Medical Assistant
Certification
- Certified Brainsway TMS Technician
- Certified Spravato Treatment Technician
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Registered Nurse
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Inland Psychiatric Medical Group
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
LYCEUM NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
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