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Rebecca Wallace

Rebecca Wallace

Portland

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 4 years of Dermatology 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.

Experienced with patient care and clinical procedures essential for medical assistance. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to enhance patient experience. Track record of supporting healthcare teams in high-pressure environments.

Knowledgeable Dermatology Surgery with solid background in providing patient care and assisting with medical procedures. Successfully supported physicians and healthcare teams in delivering high-quality patient outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in clinical tasks and patient communication.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

National Certified Medical Assistant

Oregon Health Sciences University
Portland, OR
06.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated patient care and facilitated communication between providers and patients.
  • Implemented electronic health record systems to streamline patient information access.
  • Conducted routine clinical procedures, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
  • Trained and mentored junior medical assistants on best practices and workflows.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to improve service delivery and patient satisfaction.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.

Medical Assistant

Coastal Pacific Dermatology
Encinitas, CA
07.2024 - 03.2025
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Assisted physicians with in office excisions and MOHS, processing shave and punch biopsies. Preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
  • Excels in high pressure environments by maintaining a calm and focused demeanor.

Medical Assistant

Dermatology Medical Group Of North County
Carmel Valley, CA
04.2021 - 07.2024
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
  • Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
  • Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
  • PDT treatments and proper after care instructions.
  • Precise Wound Care after excisions and laser treatments.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assistant

UEI
Chula Vista, CA
04-2021

High School Diploma - undefined

Sweetwater High School
National City, CA
05-2012

Skills

  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Insurance proficiency
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • 5 year of surgical and MOHS experience
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Reliable team player
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • CPR Certified
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Patient Assessments

Certification

  • CMA - Certified Medical Assistant

Timeline

National Certified Medical Assistant

Oregon Health Sciences University
06.2025 - Current

Medical Assistant

Coastal Pacific Dermatology
07.2024 - 03.2025

Medical Assistant

Dermatology Medical Group Of North County
04.2021 - 07.2024

High School Diploma - undefined

Sweetwater High School

Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assistant

UEI