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Rachel Canales

Houston

Summary

Dynamic Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Doctors for Women, skilled in administering injections and managing patient flow. Proven ability to train staff and enhance patient care standards. Adept at electronic health records and maintaining confidentiality, ensuring a seamless healthcare experience while delivering exceptional service.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Doctors for Women
Houston
12.2024 - Current
  • Assisted physicians with patient examinations and medical procedures.
  • Collected and documented patient medical histories and vital signs accurately.
  • Coordinated laboratory tests and communicated results to patients promptly.
  • Trained new staff on office procedures and patient care standards effectively.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
  • Administer Strep, HCG pregnancy, flu.
  • Wound care and suture removal.

• Insurance authorization and verification,

reimbursement and referrals

Medical Assistant Extern

Dr. Nicholas Xyda's Women Center
Houston
01.2024 - 11.2025
  • Administer Strep, HCG pregnancy, Flu, Hemoccult, and Mono tests
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Wound Care and suture removal
  • Prepare patients for examinations.
  • Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments
  • Provides ambulation training (wheelchair, walker, cane and crutches)
  • Insurance authorization and verification, reimbursement and referrals
  • Minor Office Surgical Procedures
  • EKG administration and accurate electrode placement.
  • Anatomy and Physiology Trained
  • Assisted with patient intake and recorded medical histories and vital signs.
  • Administered injections and patient EKG's.
  • Supported physicians and nurses during patient examinations by preparing rooms and handling instruments.
  • Collected and processed laboratory specimens, ensuring accurate labeling and processing.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and phone inquiries.

Server

Taqueria Tamazula
Houston
05.2020 - 10.2024
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by greeting guests warmly, seating them, and verifying order accuracy to ensure a positive dining experience.
  • Engaged with guests to address inquiries and ensure satisfaction with food quality and overall service.
  • Answered phone calls, handled guest reservations, and managed to-go orders efficiently.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain smooth operations during shifts, assisting in various roles as needed.
  • Responded to guest complaints with professionalism, resolving issues promptly to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Supported administrative tasks, including overseeing staff performance and ensuring adherence to company policies.

Education

Medical Assisting Program -

The College of Health Care Professions
TX
10.2024

General Education Diploma -

Texas Education Agency
01.2024

Skills

  • Administer injections (SQ, IM, ID, gluteal)
  • Working knowledge of surgical asepsis, autoclave, and sterilization techniques
  • Answering multi-line phones and relaying messages accurately
  • Charting
  • Collect patient history and chief complaints
  • Phlebotomy (Vacutainer, syringe, butterfly, capillary sticks)
  • Medical terminology, laws, and ethics
  • Electronic health records
  • Take vitals (BP, P, R, and T), and measure patient height and weight
  • Knowledge of diagnostic (ICD-10) and procedural (CPT and HCPCS) coding
  • Specimen collection and analysis (blood, UA, stool, and sputum)
  • Medical front desk (appointment scheduling, scanning, faxing, filing, and collecting of co-pays and co-insurance)
  • Non Stress test administration

Certification

  • National Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA), National Association for Health Professionals, 10/01/24
  • BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR, AED, & First Aid) Certification, American Heart Association, 10/01/24
  • OSHA & HIPAA Certifications, 10/01/24

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Doctors for Women
12.2024 - Current

Medical Assistant Extern

Dr. Nicholas Xyda's Women Center
01.2024 - 11.2025

Server

Taqueria Tamazula
05.2020 - 10.2024

Medical Assisting Program -

The College of Health Care Professions

General Education Diploma -

Texas Education Agency