Nafeeza Shameer
Freeport
Summary
Versatile healthcare professional with over 8+ years of experience in outpatient and surgical specialties, including urology, bariatric surgery, and internal medicine. Skilled in surgical coordination, clinical workflow optimization, and fostering effective team collaboration within multidisciplinary environments. Proven leadership abilities complemented by strong organizational and communication skills that drive operational efficiency. Committed to supporting high-quality, patient-centered care through proactive problem-solving and seamless coordination.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Medical Secretary
NYU Langone Health – Ambulatory Care
Garden City, NY
01.2026 - Current
- Coordinated surgical scheduling to optimize operating room utilization and patient flow.
- Liaised between surgeons, nursing staff, and patients to ensure seamless communication.
- Managed patient records and insurance verification to streamline pre-operative processes.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, protecting the privacy of patient information at all times.
- Improved patient experience by efficiently coordinating pre-operative preparations and post-operative follow-up care.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, clinicians, and hospital staff throughout the entire surgical process.
- Collaborated with insurance providers to verify coverage and obtain necessary authorizations for surgical procedures.
- Contributed to a reduction in surgery cancellations by closely monitoring patient compliance with pre-surgical instructions.
Medical Secretary
NYU Langone Health – Ambulatory Care
Garden City, NY
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Managed patient scheduling using electronic health record systems to optimize appointment flow.
- Coordinated communication between patients, medical staff, and specialists to ensure seamless care delivery.
- Registered new patients in electronic medical records prior to appointment scheduling.
- Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Streamlined office communications by promptly answering phone calls, routing messages, and providing accurate information to patients.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations through proper handling of sensitive patient information within the office setting.
- Supported physicians in delivering optimal care by accurately transcribing medical orders and maintaining up-to-date documentation.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing calendars for multiple physicians.
Medical Assistant
NYU Langone Health – Ambulatory Care
Garden City, NY
02.2023 - 01.2025
- Prepared rooms and assisted physicians during urologic procedures, including bladder and prostate biopsies, cystoscopy, vasectomy, circumcision, UROLIFT, hydrocele aspiration, and ureteral stent removal.
- Updated and maintained Epic EMR for approximately 140 patients daily, ensuring accurate and complete documentation.
- Performed preliminary evaluations (height, temperature, blood pressure) and documented vital signs with accuracy.
- Conducted phlebotomy, urinalysis, urine cultures, and urine dip tests, cleaned and sterilized scopes and instruments.
- Assisted in patient intake and documentation, ensuring accurate medical history collection.
- Coordinated scheduling for multiple physicians, optimizing patient flow and appointment efficiency.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability and minimizing waste through effective tracking systems.
- Trained new staff on office procedures and patient management software, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Medical Assistant / Front Desk
Office of Marina Kurian, MD – Bariatric Surgery
New York, NY
08.2018 - 02.2023
- Collected vital signs, medical histories, and demographics, and updated information in the electronic health record.
- Screened patients for allergies, medications, and surgical history, supporting safe preoperative and postoperative care.
- Answered emergency calls, routed patients to the appropriate physician, and scheduled appointments promptly.
- Initiated prior authorizations for medications and radiology procedures; supported compliance with HIPAA and OSHA regulations, contributing to improved patient feedback.
- Verified insurance coverage and reduced returned claims for the billing department; organized and cleaned exam rooms and maintained clinical inventory.
Medical Assistant Intern
Office of Aryel Nicoleau, MD – Internal Medicine
New York, NY
03.2018 - 05.2018
- Recorded vital signs for an average of 40 patients per day and prepared blood specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Performed EKGs, hearing exams, and pulmonary function testing, and assisted with general administrative duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
York College, City University of New York
Jamaica, NY06-2026
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
LaGuardia Community College
Long Island City, NY01-2021
Medical Assistant Diploma - undefined
Allen School of Health Sciences
Jamaica, NY05-2018
Skills
- Organizational growth
- Staff training and development
- Medical office procedures
- Detail-oriented nature
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Prioritization and planning
- Process improvement initiatives
- Administrative support experience
- Clinical support
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- Ultherapy certification
Timeline
Senior Medical Secretary
NYU Langone Health – Ambulatory Care
01.2026 - Current
Medical Secretary
NYU Langone Health – Ambulatory Care
01.2025 - 01.2026
Medical Assistant
NYU Langone Health – Ambulatory Care
02.2023 - 01.2025
Medical Assistant / Front Desk
Office of Marina Kurian, MD – Bariatric Surgery
08.2018 - 02.2023
Medical Assistant Intern
Office of Aryel Nicoleau, MD – Internal Medicine
03.2018 - 05.2018
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
LaGuardia Community College
Medical Assistant Diploma - undefined
Allen School of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
York College, City University of New York