Myriam Coss
Jerome,ID
Summary
I love taking care of patients. My goals are to be in RN Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Frontier Pediatrics
Twin Falls, ID, ID
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted patients in completing medical history forms and documentation.
- Coordinated patient appointments and managed scheduling efficiently.
- Prepared examination rooms, ensuring cleanliness and proper supply inventory.
- Collected vital signs and recorded patient information accurately.
- Supported physicians during examinations and procedures as needed.
- Educated patients on medication usage and follow-up care instructions.
- Maintained electronic health records, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
- Communicated effectively with patients, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Medical Assistant
Physicians Immediate Care Ctr
04.2024 - Current
- Administered patient care, including vital signs and medical history documentation.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and managed electronic health records, facilitating streamlined patient flow and access to information.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Facilitated patient education on treatment plans and medications, improving understanding and compliance.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and managed electronic health records efficiently.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Assisted physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests, supporting timely patient care and operational workflow.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers for comprehensive care management plans.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Contributed to a clean and safe clinic environment by adhering to sanitation protocols.
- Contributed to clean and safe clinic environment by adhering to sanitation protocols.
- Provided thorough discharge instructions and follow-up care recommendations, contributing to reduced patient readmission rates and improved patient outcomes.
- Contributed to reduction in patient readmission rates by providing thorough discharge instructions and follow-up care recommendations.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Conducted pulse oximetry measurements to assess patient's oxygen levels.
Receptionist
Frontier Pediatric Partners
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed front desk operations to facilitate seamless patient check-in and appointment scheduling.
- Coordinated communication between medical staff and families, contributing to an improved patient experience.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Assisted with billing inquiries, streamlining resolution times for patient concerns.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Family Health Services
05.2023
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature, regularly to ensure the patients' health stability and promptly reported any significant changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients, ensuring their medical, emotional, and social needs were met effectively.
- Managed patient mobility, utilizing safe transfer techniques and proper body mechanics, to prevent accidents and injuries, while providing comfort and reducing physical discomfort. Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate. Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information. Exhibited compassionate attitude towards all patients regardless of age or disability level.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Respected confidentiality of patient information at all times according to HIPAA regulations.
- Performed basic nursing procedures such as taking temperatures and pulse rates.
- Stocked patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs.
- Monitored vital signs of assigned patients according to established standards.
- Kept up-to-date on all safety protocols related to the job role.
- Participated in educational programs related to CNA practice guidelines.
- Checked vital signs and recorded intake information to monitor patient stability.
- Collected specimens, such as urine, feces, and sputum. Call patients to schedule mammograms, colonoscopies and pap-smear if patient was due. Assisted with nexplanon removal and insert. As well as IUD's and colposcopy. Swab patient's Covid, Flu, strep and Rsv. Assist with OB appts. Collected stool samples to send to the lab. In house labs such as alc, lipid, H-pylori, pregnancy tests Hep c and HIV micro urine for patients with diabetes. Also urinalysis and urine cultures to be sent to the lab also chlamydia urine test and and In house lab test for Icup. Assisted with NST's for OB patients ekg and retinal exams and well as vision screening. Also assisted in pap-smear and collected tru.swabs and GBS test as well. I like taking care of patients as well as patient needs. Assisted in ear lavash. Also check patient's hemoglobin.
Hospitality
St. Luke's Hospital
11.2021
- I help my patients set up the table for they can eat and i bring them there food and my responsibility is to make sure they had there Accu check before they can eat and to check there food if they have a allergy or restrict Diet.
Education
Medical Billing & Coding - Medical billing specialist
College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls, IDCNA Certification
CSI
Twin Falls, IDSkills
- Hospital experience
- Windows
- Office experience
- Bilingual
- Front Desk
- Vital signs
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
- Reception
- Documentation review
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- HIPAA
- Front desk (1 year)
- Sterile processing
- English
- Microsoft Word (1 year)
- Patient Care
- Working with children
- Vital Signs
- Typing
- Communication skills
- Spanish
- Organizational skills
- Nursing
Certification
- Medical Billing Certification September 2022 to Present
- BLS Certification
- CPR Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Food Handler Certification
- CNA March 2024 to May 2026
- Certified Professional Coder
Additional Information
Bilingual
Work Experience
01-2024
Awards
Dominated for being the champion nurse December 2023
Languages
- Spanish - Fluent
- Bilingual - Fluent
- Decorations for events - Intermediate
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Frontier Pediatrics
01.2026 - Current
Medical Assistant
Physicians Immediate Care Ctr
04.2024 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Family Health Services
05.2023
Receptionist
Frontier Pediatric Partners
10.2022 - 05.2023
Hospitality
St. Luke's Hospital
11.2021
Medical Billing & Coding - Medical billing specialist
College of Southern Idaho
CNA Certification
CSI