Minerva Barragan
Westminster,CO
Summary
Conscientious Certified Clinical Medical Assistant offering over 10 + years of experience in fast-paced OB-GYN setting. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
CU OB-GYN East Denver
Denver, CO
09.2009 - Current
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Medical Assistant Intern
Foot Associates PC
Denver , Co
07.2009 - 09.2009
- Created and prepared patient charts accurately for clinics and medical professionals.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Prepared patients for X-rays
- Report significant information and changes in patient condition to nurse supervisor.
Education
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting
Everest College
Thornton, CO09.2009
High School Diploma -
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy
Los Angeles, CA06.2000
Skills
- Updating Medical Records
- Cleaning and Organizing
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Appointment Scheduling
- Time Management
- Procedure Assistance and Set up including: IUD insert/removal, Endometrial biopsy, Nexplanon insert/removal, Colposcopy ,Cyotherapy, Leep, Hysteroscopy, Polypectomy, Endometriol ablation, D&C and Vabra
- Coordinating Drug Refills
- Routine Laboratory Testing
- Critical Thinking
- Examination Preparation
- Supply Management
- Vitals Collection and Documentation
- Standards Compliance
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Microsoft Office
- Data Entry
- Electronic Charting
- Quality Control
- Patient Chart Tracking
- Sanitizing and Cleaning
- Triage phone calls
Certification
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- BSL, ProTraining - 12/2022
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
CU OB-GYN East Denver
09.2009 - Current
Medical Assistant Intern
Foot Associates PC
07.2009 - 09.2009
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting
Everest College
High School Diploma -
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- BSL, ProTraining - 12/2022
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