Experienced Back Office Lead Medical Assistant skilled in patient scheduling, electronic health records management, and compassionate caregiving. Proven ability to enhance office efficiency while maintaining a strong focus on compliance and patient satisfaction.
Work History
Back Office Lead Medical Assistant
1 Year 8 Months
Victor Valley Family Clinic | 04.2024 - 12.2025
Managed electronic health records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Coordinated patient scheduling to optimize workflow and reduce wait times.
Assisted physicians and nurses with clinical procedures following safe practices.
Enforced department policies and procedures to keep team operating effectively and delivering top-notch care.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Assisted in maintaining inventory of medical supplies, streamlining ordering processes.
Documented patient information in EMR and prepared paperwork for medical staff.
Dental Front Office Receptionist
6 Months
Apple Valley Dental Care | 02.2023 - 08.2023
Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Coordinated communication between dental staff and patients to enhance care delivery.
Ensured compliance with health regulations and maintained a clean, organized reception area.
Minimized missed appointments through consistent reminder calls or emails to confirm upcoming visits or reschedule if necessary.
Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
Handled incoming calls professionally and courteously while ensuring accurate message-taking for dental staff followup.
Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
Reduced patient wait times with effective communication between dental staff for prompt treatment coordination.
Improved efficiency of document storage systems with careful organization of digital files according to practice-specific guidelines.
Dental Receptionist
11 Months
Childrens Choice Pediatric Dental Care | 09.2021 - 08.2022
Managed patient scheduling to optimize appointment flow and reduce wait times.
Optimized office workflow and reduced administrative errors by introducing more efficient a document management system.
Contributed to positive a positive workplace environment by collaborating closely with dental professionals and office staff.
Facilitated smoother a billing process by accurately verifying insurance coverage and processing claims.
Increased patient retention with personalized follow-up calls to gather feedback and address any concerns.
Streamlined patient check-in and check-out processes, minimizing delays and enhancing the overall experience.
Reduced administrative costs by negotiating with suppliers for better rates on office and dental supplies.
Addressed patient inquiries and concerns with empathy and professionalism, fostering trust and loyalty.
Greeted and interacted with patients to provide information, answer questions and assist with appointment scheduling.
Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
Coordinated referrals through insurance and other medical specialists and documented details in patient charts.
Prepared and processed patient referrals and transfer requests.
Managed office bookkeeping with insurance billing and patient payments.
Mail Sorter
8 Months
Metro Air Services | 09.2019 - 05.2020
Received and sorted incoming mail, ensuring accurate delivery to intended recipients.
Reviewed incoming mail for proper date, postage and barcode scans.
Maintained a clean and organized work environment for optimal sorting efficiency.
Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
Collaborated with team members to ensure timely processing of high-volume mail shipments.
Maximized productivity by efficiently managing workflow during peak hours or periods of high volume activity.
Evaluated mail trays to determine proper placement.
Contributed to a reduction in lost or misplaced mail through diligent tracking and record-keeping procedures.
Enhanced mail sorting efficiency by implementing automated sorting systems.
Reduced delivery errors by accurately categorizing and labeling outgoing mail.
Ensured compliance with postal regulations by inspecting parcels and packages for proper labeling and postage requirements.
Sales Associate
3 Months
Macys Department Store | 10.2019 - 01.2020
Managed cash register operations and processed transactions efficiently.
Handled inventory management and restocked merchandise as needed.
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
Coordinated sales promotions and events to drive store traffic and increase sales volume.
Collaborated with management team to develop sales strategies and goals, aligning with company objectives.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Victor Valley College | Victorville, CA | 06-2019
MEDICAL ASSISTING - Nursing
San Joaquin Valley College | Visalia, CA | 03-2024