Nelson Alicea
Boynton Beach,FL
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment. Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 11 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Athena Medical Clinic
08.2022 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Medical Assistant
National Spine And Pain
10.2012 - 08.2022
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
HCI
West Palm Beach, FL07.2024
Medical Assistant
Everest College
Orlando, FL09.2012
Skills
- Healthcare Management
- Treatment Options
- Diagnostic Tools
- Customer Service
- Symptoms Monitoring
- Quality Patient Care
- Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs)
- Removing Sutures
- Surgical Instruments
- Wound Care and Irrigation
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Compliance Requirements
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Patient and Family Education
- EMR Systems
- IV Discontinuation
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Physician Communication
- Proper Sterilization Techniques
- Collecting Medical Samples
- Assisting with Physical Exams
- Health Needs Education
- Minor Surgery
- Self Confident
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Athena Medical Clinic
08.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
National Spine And Pain
10.2012 - 08.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
HCI
Medical Assistant
Everest College
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