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Nydia Navarro

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. Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality. Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 8 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. Reliable Medical Support professional with 10 years of experience in [patient care] environment. Expertly assist with office operations and physician support by gathering patient information, name, date of birth and symptoms. Cheerful during each patient interaction to improve satisfaction ratings and patient retention. Organized medical assistant with foundation in records management. Experienced in billing and collection procedures. Advanced medical terminology knowledge. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level medical assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level medical assistant, lab technician, nursing assistant, and home care position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant

Florida Cancer Specialist
07.2016 - 08.2023
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • 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.
  • Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
  • Measured patient pulse oximetry.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
  • Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.

Lab Technician

Florida Cancer Specialists
07.2016 - 08.2023
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
  • Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
  • Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
  • Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
  • Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
  • Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
  • Collaborated with other departments to establish cohesive laboratory operations.
  • Researched new methods and techniques to improve laboratory procedures.
  • Developed and implemented new protocols to improve accuracy of laboratory results.
  • Prepared blood smears and determined levels of normalcy.
  • Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
  • Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
  • Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
  • Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
  • Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
  • Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
  • Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
  • Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
  • Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
  • Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.

Education

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant

Rasmussen College - Ocala, Florida
Ocala, Florida
02.2011

Associate of Science - Nursing Assistant/ Home Aide

Monroe Hospital
Ocala, FL
12.1998

Skills

  • Equipment and Instrument Sterilization
  • Using Centrifuges
  • Account Management
  • Medical Procedures Understanding
  • Patient Toileting
  • Traction Equipment
  • Assisting with Physical Exams
  • Electrocardiography

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Florida Cancer Specialist
07.2016 - 08.2023

Lab Technician

Florida Cancer Specialists
07.2016 - 08.2023

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant

Rasmussen College - Ocala, Florida

Associate of Science - Nursing Assistant/ Home Aide

Monroe Hospital
Nydia Navarro