MYRNA ESCALANTE
El Paso,TX
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant with extensive experience at El Paso Pediatric Associates, skilled in EHR management and compassionate patient care. Proven ability to enhance clinic efficiency and patient satisfaction through effective communication and meticulous clinical documentation. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance and fostering a safe, welcoming environment for all patients.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
El Paso Pediatric Associates
04.2002 - 09.2025
- Preparing examination rooms and ensuring necessary supplies were available.
- Performed routine clinical tasks such as measuring vital signs and documenting patient information accurately.
- Testing for lead, hemoglobin, strep, covid, flu. rsv, mono, and urine pregnancy.
- EKG, prepping and assist for circumcisions, cath urine, and sutures.
- Administer vaccines and therapeutic injections.
- Apply oral medication.
- Experience on PCC ehr and ecw.
- Communicated effectively with patients to explain procedures and address concerns, enhancing patient experience.
- Collaborated with medical staff to ensure smooth workflow during busy clinic hours, adapting to changing needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical equipment, adhering to safety protocols and standards.
- Engaged in ongoing training opportunities to enhance knowledge of medical procedures and office practices.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Supported patient well-being, providing empathetic care and addressing concerns with sensitivity.
- Facilitated positive patient experience, greeting patients warmly and providing clear directions within clinic.
- Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.
- 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.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Measured patient spirometry.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Medical Assistant
Career Center El Paso Texas
El Paso, TX01-1996
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Customer service
- Medical terminology
- Vital sign monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Clinical documentation
- Reliable team player
- Procedure assistance
- Compassionate
- CPR
- Immunization administration
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient assessments
- Professionalism and ethics
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Sterilization techniques
- Equipment sterilization
- Sterile technique
- Fluent in [languages]
- Trustworthy companion
- Adaptable
- Simple dressings
- Prioritizing stat orders
- Medical terminology in [languages]
- Diagnostic procedures
- Reliable transportation
Timeline
Medical Assistant
El Paso Pediatric Associates
04.2002 - 09.2025
Certificate of Technical Studies - Medical Assistant
Career Center El Paso Texas
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