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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Paula Llasmin Carranza

Palmdale,CA

Summary

Efficient Medical Assistant with solid foundation in providing clinical and administrative support in healthcare settings. Proven ability to assist in patient care, manage medical records, and support office operations. Demonstrated skill in patient communication and multitasking in fast-paced environments.

Experienced with healthcare procedures and patient assistance. Utilizes strong organizational skills to maintain efficient office operations and support patient care. Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical protocols ensures smooth coordination and effective patient communication.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Men's Health Foundation
08.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
  • Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
  • Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.

Medical Assistant Front/Back Office

H. Milano Mellon M
11.2017 - 08.2023
  • Working with Dr Mellon I was able to build new skills and learned the basic skills needed to be a Medical Assistant
  • I worked Front and Back office on a daily basis
  • I was also checking patients' in and verifying their eligibility
  • I was also able to draw blood when needed and collect specimen sample as well as filling out the correct lab work to send the specimen out to the correct lab according to patients insurance
  • I also verify and approved patients medications when needed
  • I am failure with Epic to schedule and verify patients
  • I've been in the field for about 1 ½ years and am looking forward to further my knowledge in the medical field

Front/Back Office Medical Assistant

Quick Stop Urgent Care
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • As a medical assistant for QSUC has taught me how to do many things
  • At QSUC I was able to float around from front office to back
  • When working at QSUC I became an expert with verifying insurances, vital patients, rapid testing, blood draw and how to have a good relationship with a patient
  • Working at QSUC taught me how to multitask and how to be quick and efficient and still providing a patient with a great experience when they visit an urgent care

Restaurant Team Leader

JACK IN THE BOX
01.2016 - 07.2016
  • Cash handling procedures, made sure store safe and cash registers were accounted for
  • Ensure all breaks and meals are given, and at appropriate times
  • Maintain a clean work-space
  • Create a restaurant environment that is fun, friendly and safe
  • Ensured all employees were neatly dressed and well groomed
  • Is passionate about providing a high quality experience that is evident to the guest
  • Have the ability to manage in a fast-paced environment
  • Able to work under pressure

Education

Medical Assistant - Healthcare

UEI College
Gardena, CA
07.2016

High School Diploma -

Wallis Annenberg High School
Los Angeles, CA
07.2014

Skills

  • Administrative Clinical
  • Patient charting & assessment
  • Vital Signs
  • Alphanumeric filing
  • Injections
  • Customer service
  • Venipuncture
  • Answering telephones
  • Audiogram
  • Snellen Charts
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Urinalysis
  • Hemocult
  • Medical terminology
  • Spirometry
  • Peakflow
  • ICD-10 & CPT coding
  • Specimen collection
  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel
  • Ordering supplies
  • Electrocardiogram
  • Typing 40 wpm
  • Autoclave wrap & pack
  • Proficient with MS Outlook
  • Basic PC and Windows applications
  • Adaptive and responsible leader
  • Capable and self-motivated
  • Great communication skills
  • Work well under pressure
  • Takes responsibility
  • Data entry
  • Knows personal strength and weakness
  • Medical Terminology
  • Patient Assessments
  • Electrocardiography
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Medical Office Procedures
  • Communicating with Patient Families
  • HIPAA Guidelines
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient scheduling
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • EMR / EHR

Accomplishments

  • Recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty.
  • Recognized for outstanding dedication to patient care.

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Men's Health Foundation
08.2023 - Current

Front/Back Office Medical Assistant

Quick Stop Urgent Care
01.2019 - 01.2020

Medical Assistant Front/Back Office

H. Milano Mellon M
11.2017 - 08.2023

Restaurant Team Leader

JACK IN THE BOX
01.2016 - 07.2016

High School Diploma -

Wallis Annenberg High School

Medical Assistant - Healthcare

UEI College

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