MILAGRITOS CARDENAS
Port Saint Lucie,FL
Summary
Dynamic and bilingual Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Patient Choice Primary Care, skilled in patient education and clinical procedures. Proficient in EHR systems and vital sign assessments, I excel in delivering compassionate care while ensuring operational efficiency. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction and maintaining high standards of health and safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Patient Choice Primary Care ,LLC
08.2021 - Current
- Conducted patient assessments, including taking vital signs and medical histories.
- Assisted healthcare providers with minor surgical procedures and wound care.
- Coordinated patient referrals and communicated with external healthcare providers
- Monitored and restocked medical supplies and equipment.
- Provided patient education on chronic disease management and wellness.
Floor Supervisor
McDonald's
12.2015 - Current
- Supervised staff to ensure efficient operations and excellent customer service.
- Maintained health and safety standards. Managed inventory and cash handling.
- Provided performance feedback and coaching to team members.
- Resolved customer complaints and service issues.
- Delegated tasks and monitored restaurant goals
Medical Assistant
VIP Health and Wellness, LLC
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisting with minor medical procedures such as PAP smears and biopsies.
- Managed patient records and performed diagnostic tests (phlebotomy, EKGs).
- Administered medications and provided patient education. Ensured infection control and a safe environment
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated follow-up care.
Medical Assistant
Hands of St. Lucie County
06.2017 - 01.2020
- Supported healthcare providers in patient care and procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records and confidentiality.
- Conducted patient intake, including vital signs and medical histories.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Participated in community outreach health programs.
Medical Assistant Externship
Hands of St. Lucie County
05.2017 - 06.2017
- Assisted in patient triage, taking vital signs and recording medical histories.
- Prepared examination rooms and sterilized instruments.
- Shadowed healthcare providers during patient consultations and procedures.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures and wound care.
- Learned and implemented electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Education
Medical Assistant Program + 180 Hour Externship - Graduated With Honors (GPA: 3.91)
Fortis Institute
Medical Assistant Program + 180 Hour Externship01-2017
Skills
- Bilingual (Spanish & English) Administrative skills
- Answering phones, scheduling appointments, and greeting patients
- Faxing documents and filing patient records
- Managing provider schedules and organizing patient appointments
- Scanning and organizing medical records using electronic systems
- Clinical Basic instrument sterilization and preparation of examination rooms
- Performing blood glucose monitoring and collecting specimens
- Completing lab requisitions and documenting medical history in EMRs
- Conducting electrocardiograms (EKGs) and phlebotomy procedures
- Administering PTT INR tests and providing wound care
- Taking vital signs and reporting results to physicians
- System Proficiency with Athena, IMS, and EdgeMed
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for CPR & AED
- Customer services education, phlebotomy and EKG training courses
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for CPR & AED
- Customer services education, phlebotomy and EKG training courses
- First Aid Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Training
National Healthcare Association (NHA):
Fortis Institute:
Paramount Training Services:
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Patient Choice Primary Care ,LLC
08.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
VIP Health and Wellness, LLC
05.2021 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant
Hands of St. Lucie County
06.2017 - 01.2020
Medical Assistant Externship
Hands of St. Lucie County
05.2017 - 06.2017
Floor Supervisor
McDonald's
12.2015 - Current
Medical Assistant Program + 180 Hour Externship - Graduated With Honors (GPA: 3.91)
Fortis Institute
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