Milvia Paiz Valenzuela
Flushing,NY
Summary
Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Northern Urgent Care
08.2022 - Current
- Collected, prepared, and transported patient specimens (COVID-19 testing, blood, urine, stool, throat, and wound culture) to laboratories for testing and analysis
- Supported physicians in minor procedures, including wound care, suturing (lacerations), incision, and drainage (I&D)
- Administered injections and medications, including treatments for allergies, nausea, and pain management, following proper protocols
- Provided compassionate care to patients, assisting with comfort and treatment for various illness and medical conditions
- Experienced in charting, documenting History of Present Illness (HPI), performing EKGs, monitoring vitals signs, IV therapy, phlebotomy, nebulize treatment, and presenting patient information to physicians
- Restocked and maintained medical supplies/equipment to ensure availability and readiness
- Experienced in setting up x-ray machine, sterilized medical instruments/equipments (autoclave), follow up calls and reviewing normal lab results with patients
Medical Receptionist
Northern Urgent Care UMD
08.2022 - Current
- Managed patient calls and intake procedures with efficiency and accuracy, ensuring smooth patient flow
- Organized and processed daily patient charges, maintaining precision in financial records
- Coordinate with billing team to verify insurance information and facilitate timely collection of outstanding bills
- Oversaw the timely restocking and maintenance of medical equipment to ensure operational readiness
- Collaborated with medical assistants to enhance the quality of patient care through effective teamwork and communication
Concierge
New York Presbyterian Queens Hospital
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Department: ED
- Assist in greeting and escorting patients and visitors
- Assisting with patients flow
- Call for patient transportation when necessary
- Assist with keeping the waiting area orderly and run errands for staff when requested
Deli Clerk
Stop&Shop
11.2016 - 10.2022
- Prepare Food
- Assist Manager Duties
- Customer Services
- Maintain the area sanitized
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Biology - Health Science
Queens College
Flushing, NY05.2022
Associate Degree in Health Science -
Queensborough Community College
Bayside, NY05.2019
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish and English, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences
- Skilled in Capstone, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and Google sheets
- Experienced in using Medgen for managing patient records, appointments, and billing processes
VOLUNTEER
New York Presbyterian Queens Hospital
February 2021 - Current
Pretesting Department, PRAC Unit & Emergency Department, ED
- Shadow doctors & physicians, surgical/OR Observations (Laparoscopy: Appendectomy, Inguinal hernia, umbilical hernia, and cholecystectomy)
- Prepared patient's files, and specimens
- Delivering samples to different lab departments
- Provide support and assistance to patients and visitors with their needs
- Call for Patient Transportation when necessary
New York Cares
November 2019 - Current
- Took care of kids with disabilities
- Central Park workout with Achilles kids
- Farming
- Prepared and distributed perishable foods, boxed/canned foods, clothing into care packages for underserved communities or seniors
- Deliver meals to seniors
Timeline
Concierge
New York Presbyterian Queens Hospital
11.2022 - 04.2023
Medical Receptionist
Northern Urgent Care UMD
08.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Northern Urgent Care
08.2022 - Current
Deli Clerk
Stop&Shop
11.2016 - 10.2022
Bachelor's Degree in Biology - Health Science
Queens College
Associate Degree in Health Science -
Queensborough Community College