Miranda Carrillo
Johnstown,CO
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Boulder Community Health-Boulder, CO
03.2020 - Current
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Measured patient spirometry.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Nursing Student Extern
Columbine Rehab
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan for care.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Facilitated patient discharge by providing instructions for home care and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Employed knowledge in growth and development principles to provide care appropriate to age of patients.
- 135 hours
Medical Assistant
Centura Health
07.2018 - 03.2020
- I left to work with my current provider at boulder community health.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
- Measured patient spirometry.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Lead Medical Assistant
Colorado Clinic
12.2016 - 06.2018
- I started here straight out of school and became a lead within 6 months
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with clinical procedures following safe practices.
- Monitored office procedures to correct problems and implement proactive improvements for better patient flow.
- Audited samples and refrigerated medications to verify freshness and remove any expired packages.
- Documented patient information in EMR and prepared paperwork for medical staff.
- Protected patients and staff from infection risks by routinely cleaning and disinfecting common areas and patient rooms.
- Enforced department policies and procedures to keep team operating effectively and delivering top-notch care.
- I kept the back office flowing smoothly.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Precepted newly hired medical assistants to train each on office procedures and important tasks.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Met operational targets consistently by guiding and motivating medical assistant team to effectively handling administrative and clinical needs.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Caregiver
Angels Advocate
02.2016 - 12.2016
- Provide quality care and companionship to clients
- Monitor housekeeping needs
- Complete client errand requests
- Assist clients with daily, general care
- Respond appropriately to physical, emotional and developmental needs of clients
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Externship Medical Assistant
UCHealth
09.2016 - 11.2016
- Completed more than 120 hours in pediatrics
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Education
Certificate in Medical Assisting -
Ibmc College
11.2016
High School Diploma -
Skyline Highschool
05.2014
Skills
- Medical Insurance
- Phlebotomy
- Patient Care
- Vital Signs
- Scheduling
- Medical Records
- Epic
- Injections
- CPR
- CPR Certified
- EMR
- Venipuncture
- HIPAA
- Medical Office Experience
- Medical Terminology
- Laboratory Experience
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Patient-focused care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Scheduling
- EMR / EHR
- Compassionate
- Monitoring patient progress
- Electronic Health Records
- Patient Care Coordination
- Immunization Administration
- Patient Assessments
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Vital signs monitoring
- Reliable team player
- Simple dressings
- Patient Management
Certification
- National Certified Medical Assistant
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- AED Certification
- BLS Certification
135 hours of Nurse Externship at Columbine Health and Rehab
Spent 135 hours at Columbine Health and Rehab.
Each Semester 65 hours of Clinicals
Spent 65 clinical hours each semester at various locations.
Timeline
Nursing Student Extern
Columbine Rehab
06.2024 - 07.2024
Medical Assistant
Boulder Community Health-Boulder, CO
03.2020 - Current
Medical Assistant
Centura Health
07.2018 - 03.2020
Lead Medical Assistant
Colorado Clinic
12.2016 - 06.2018
Externship Medical Assistant
UCHealth
09.2016 - 11.2016
Caregiver
Angels Advocate
02.2016 - 12.2016
Certificate in Medical Assisting -
Ibmc College
High School Diploma -
Skyline Highschool
- National Certified Medical Assistant
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- AED Certification
- BLS Certification
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