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MONICA ALAS

Norcross,GA

Summary

Dedicated bilingual Medical Assistant skilled with technical, clerical and patient support. Strong interpersonal communication with talent effectively dealing with patients and staff alike. Detailed understanding of medical sector and regulatory obligations concerning it.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Atlanta institute for ENT
Atlanta, GA
04.2021 - 03.2022
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
  • Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Performed CT scans on patients, ensuring proper positioning and appropriate imaging techniques.
  • Adhered to HIPAA guidelines by maintaining confidentiality of patient information at all times.
  • Evaluated image quality for each exam before releasing results to ordering physician.
  • Greeted patients with warm smile and promoted individual comfort throughout procedures and scans while being as discrete as possible.
  • Tested equipment regularly to identify malfunctions and calibrate settings.
  • Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
  • Reset examination rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.

Medical Assistant

Atlanta Institute For Facial Aesthetic Surgery
Atlanta, GA
04.2021 - 03.2022
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
  • Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
  • Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
  • Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
  • Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
  • Assisted nurses with preparing patients for surgery.
  • Maintained sterile environment in the operating room.
  • Kept track of time spent on each procedure.
  • Prepared and organized surgical equipment and instruments for use during surgery.
  • Transported patients to recovery rooms following surgeries.
  • Administered medications under the direction of a surgeon.
  • Ensured that consent forms were signed properly prior to any procedure being performed.
  • Provided emotional support to patients before, during, and after operations.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Duluth Family Practice, LLC
DULUTH, GA.
12.2017 - 03.2020
  • Obtained and performed a variety of task all of which include asking patients for their medical history, taking their vital signs and chief complaint.
  • Explaining treatment procedures, medications, special diets, upon doctor instructions to patient.
  • Authorize drug refills and provided prescription information to pharmacies upon doctor instructions.
  • Assist with insurance, patient’s records and referrals.
  • Knowledge in acquiring prior-authorization for patient’s medications and imaging procedures.
  • Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency.
  • Performed front desk duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments and greeting patients.
  • Tracked and managed inventory for exam rooms and maintained vaccine and expiration logs.

Education

MEDICAL ASSISTANT DIPLOMA -

ALTIERUS CAREER COLLEGE
01.2018

Skills

  • Vital Signs
  • Triage
  • Medication Administration
  • Suture Removal
  • Injections
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Phlebotomy
  • Infection Control Bandaging Techniques
  • EKG
  • Medical Records Management
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Medical Terminology
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Inventory Management
  • HIPAA Compliance

Certification

  • HIPAA – OSHA – CPR Certified. CCMA

References

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Languages

Fluent in Spanish

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Atlanta institute for ENT
04.2021 - 03.2022

Medical Assistant

Atlanta Institute For Facial Aesthetic Surgery
04.2021 - 03.2022

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Duluth Family Practice, LLC
12.2017 - 03.2020

MEDICAL ASSISTANT DIPLOMA -

ALTIERUS CAREER COLLEGE

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