Nayeli Peralta
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Early-career Medical Assistant with experience in clinical documentation, EHR charting, patient communication, and appointment scheduling. Supports accurate charting, smooth patient flow, and high-quality care in fast-paced oral surgery settings. Adaptable Medical Assistant with hands-on experience in patient intake, appointment scheduling, sterilization techniques, and team collaboration. Skilled in supporting oral surgery workflows, maintaining organized records, and helping deliver efficient, patient-focused care.
Overview
2
2
Languages
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
South Slope Oral Surgery
Brooklyn, New York
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted oral surgeon with chairside procedures and instrument passing.
- Prepared patients for oral surgery and reviewed preoperative instructions.
- Contributed to team meetings focused on enhancing workflows and improving patient outcomes.
- Managed ordering of medical supplies, maintained inventory logs, and ensured exam rooms were fully stocked.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Provided patient education on medications, procedures, and physician's instructions to enhance understanding and compliance.
Medical Assistant
Sunset Park Oral Surgery
Brooklyn, New York
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Updated patient charts and verified medical histories before appointments.
- Managed appointment scheduling and coordinated daily patient flow.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Sterilized surgical instruments and maintained clean dental equipment.
- Assisted with digital imaging and dental records organization.
- Prepared patients for oral surgery and reviewed preoperative instructions.
- Assisted oral surgeon with chairside procedures and instrument passing.
Waitress
Clemente’s Maryland Crab House
Brooklyn, New York
03.2018 - Current
- Greeted guests and managed dining room service to ensure positive dining experiences at Maryland crab house tables
- Presented steamed crab and seafood specials with clear menu knowledge
- Processed payments and balanced cash register at shift close
- Assisted team with carryout orders and ensured proper packaging of seafood takeout for quality presentation
- Built strong connections with customers through engaging conversations. with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.
- Maintained a clean work station by restocking supplies, wiping down counters.
- Answered questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing.
Volunteer
Methodist Home for Nursing and Rehabilitation
The Bronx, New York
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Documented patient encounters in electronic health records for employer workflows
- Captured provider histories, exams, and treatment plans during live visits
- Reviewed charts for missing details and corrected documentation errors
- Input details about patient histories, physical examinations, medications and other information into physical or electronic charts.
- Followed clinicians throughout shift in high-volume, busy environments.
Receptionist
Elite Barbell
Brooklyn, New York
01.2023 - 06.2025
- Answered phones and routed calls to staff
- Scheduled appointments and classes for trainers and members
- Processed memberships, payments, and account updates
- Checked in visitors using gym management software
- Resolved member questions about services, hours, and policies
- Maintained clean reception area and organized front desk supplies
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
Volunteer
Norwegian Christian Home and Health Center
Brooklyn, NY
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Assisted residents with daily activities in nursing home and health center settings.
- Provided friendly companionship to elders during visits and recreational time.
- Supported nursing staff with non-clinical resident care tasks and room organization.
- Maintained clean common areas and organized volunteer supplies and materials.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
City College of New York
New York, NY05-2027
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Behavioral health
- Clinical documentation
- Medical records
- EHR charting
- Patient communication
- Appointment scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Medical terminologies
- Sterilization techniques
- Patient oral care
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant
South Slope Oral Surgery
02.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Sunset Park Oral Surgery
02.2025 - Current
Volunteer
Methodist Home for Nursing and Rehabilitation
08.2024 - 09.2025
Receptionist
Elite Barbell
01.2023 - 06.2025
Volunteer
Norwegian Christian Home and Health Center
07.2018 - 09.2019
Waitress
Clemente’s Maryland Crab House
03.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
City College of New York