Samantha Aguirre
Schertz,TX
Summary
I am a seasoned Certified Medical Assistant with more than nine years of experience in the healthcare field. I am passionate about patient care and providing a best in class experience. My strong organizational skills, goal-oriented mindset, ambition, and knowledge allow me to manage
multiple tasks concurrently while always putting the patient first. I have experience in a variety of clinic settings, thorough understanding of medical terminology, EMR experience, and I am bilingual.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Axon Medical Center
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Prepared Injections.
- Handled all outbound and incoming referrals
- Electronically sent medications as directed by MD.
- Communicated directly with attorneys regarding patients MVA details.
- Administration duties that included: Daily emails,updates on patient care, check in and check out as well as billing.
Certified Medical Assistant
Baiamonte Healthcare-Natalie Baiamonte FNP-C
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Assist with patient triage including taking vital signs, completing assessments, documenting in
EMR/charts and updating patient records
• Prepare patients as needed for examination
• Maintain patient flow in and out of exam rooms
• Perform blood draws
• Administer injections
• Perform minor exam procedures
• Process labs and delivered to physician appropriately
• Assist in documentation of patient exams in electronic health record, noting specifically the exam
components, diagnoses, treatment plans, orders, and medications
• Maintain well prepared examination rooms prior to patient appointments
• Assist in maintaining the medical inventory and placing orders for new materials as needed
• Perform all other duties as assigned including, but not limited to, Medication Prior Authorizations,
Radiology Prior Authorizations, and medication refills
Certified Medical Assistant -Lead
ReliviMed Spine And Wellness,Pain Management
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Responsible for ensuring Patient Care by managing tasks utilizing Electronic Medical Records system. Working closely with physicians and patients by obtaining medical history, verifying all paperwork is complete, Escorts Patient to exam room and prepare for physical evaluation by obtaining vital signs.
- Conducts patient interview to obtain medical history including past medical and surgical history, allergies and present condition.
- Verifies all paperwork is complete and place demographic label in chart.
- Reviews chart for completeness and accuracy by ensuring all pertinent studies/diagnostics are available and last physician note is in chart.
- Coordinates providers schedule, responds to patients voice mails and intake items.
- Displays MRI films or other studies brought by patient for office visit.
- Assists physician with procedures including:
- Suture / Staple removal under direction of physician
- Monitor / Expedite patient flow
- Assists patients with mobility. Provide wheelchair and help patient to next area as needed.
- Returns un-needed diagnostic studies to patient and record in EHR.
- Draws injections for physician.
- Prepares specimens to send to lab.
- Documents all injections, prescriptions, casts / splints, DME’s dispensed in EHR.
- Provides patient education as needed.
- Prepares exam rooms. Clean and disinfect any contaminated counters or exam tables.
- Inventories and restocks work areas.
- Disposes of bio-hazardous waste.
- Acts as liaison between triage nursing and physician by communicating patient information in an accurate and timely manner.
- Enters event codes in EHR
- Places x-ray orders in EHR system.
- Ensures patient and personal safety while in office.
- Follows blood borne pathogen policy.
- Maintains confidentiality of all patient information and comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Records all needed information into the EHR.
- Other duties may be assigned.
- Authorizes and schedules procedures as needed for providers.Records all needed information into the EHR.
- Medication Refills
- Prior Authorization's
Certified Medical Assistant
BCMS- San Antonio Infectious Disease-Dr.Fetchick
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Assist with patient triage including taking vital signs, completing assessments, documenting in
EMR/charts and updating patient records
• Prepare patients as needed for examination
• Maintain patient flow in and out of exam rooms
• Perform blood draws
• Administer injections
• Perform minor exam procedures
• Process labs and delivered to physician appropriately
• Assist in documentation of patient exams in electronic health record, noting specifically the exam
components, diagnoses, treatment plans, orders, and medications
• Maintain well prepared examination rooms prior to patient appointments
• Assist in maintaining the medical inventory and placing orders for new materials as needed
• Perform all other duties as assigned including, but not limited to, Medication Prior Authorizations,
Radiology Prior Authorizations, and medication refills
Certified Medical Assistant
Dr. Belmund Catague- Baptist Medfirst Schertz
03.2018 - 05.2021
- Obtained Adult and Pediatric medical history, vital signs, chart preparation, medication dosage and frequency, patient allergens, and assist with medical examinations.
- Performed clinic front desk duties, including but not limited to, answering incoming telephone calls, obtaining and/or verifying patient information, patient check in/out, coordinate and facilitate accurate patient appointment.
- Maintained accurate and strict confidentiality of patient information in electronic and/or manual systems as established by the appropriate protocols, regulations, and policies.
- Performed routine specialized procedures, such as venipuncture, catheterization, and sterile dressing changes under established protocols.
- Completed physician orders and facilitates specialists' care, which may result in phoning patient prescriptions.
- Administered medication, including (IM, SQ, ID); oral drops, eye drops, and Oral.
- Provided instructions and directions to patients regarding diagnostic tests, procedures and treatments.
- Performed miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Certified Medical Assistant
Alamo City Surgeons- Dr. Gary Hall
01.2018 - 09.2018
- Record patients medical history, vitals or information such as test results in medical records.
- Prepared and administer medications as directed by a physician.
- Collected blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing.
- Assisted physicians examine and treat patients, handing them instruments or materials or performing such tasks as giving injections or removing sutures.
- Cleaned and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
- Change dressings on wounds.
- Schedule appointments for patients.
- Contact medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for tests or admission.
- Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms.
Certified Medical Assistant
River City Home Care
08.2011 - 02.2013
- Monitored patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise as well as obtaining daily vitals.
- Assisted patients by providing personal services, such as, bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted patient in medication administration.
- Records patient information by making entries in the patient journal and notifying nursing supervisor of changing or unusual conditions.
- Educated patients to care for themselves by teaching use of cane or walker, special utensils to eat, special techniques and equipment for personal hygiene.
- Administration duties and documentation of all visits and occurrences.
Education
Medical Assistant Certification - Medical Assistant
Brighton College Of Nursing San Antonio
14207 Higgins Rd. San Antonio, TX 7821603.2011
High School Diploma -
Sandra Day O Connor
1221 Leslie Rd Bandera, TX 7802305.2010
Skills
- Family Practice Medicine
- Pediatric Practice Medicine
- Neurology Medicine
- Orthopedic and Pain Management Medicine
- Nephrology Practice
- General Surgery
- Home Health Care
- HCPCS Training
- Holter Monitoring
- BLS
- Phlebotomy
- EHR - Athena, ECW, NextGen
- Ability to Multitask and remain calm
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- BLS-Current
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Axon Medical Center
10.2022 - 05.2023
Certified Medical Assistant
Baiamonte Healthcare-Natalie Baiamonte FNP-C
05.2022 - 10.2022
Certified Medical Assistant -Lead
ReliviMed Spine And Wellness,Pain Management
04.2022 - 05.2022
Certified Medical Assistant
BCMS- San Antonio Infectious Disease-Dr.Fetchick
12.2021 - 03.2022
Certified Medical Assistant
Dr. Belmund Catague- Baptist Medfirst Schertz
03.2018 - 05.2021
Certified Medical Assistant
Alamo City Surgeons- Dr. Gary Hall
01.2018 - 09.2018
Certified Medical Assistant
River City Home Care
08.2011 - 02.2013
Medical Assistant Certification - Medical Assistant
Brighton College Of Nursing San Antonio
High School Diploma -
Sandra Day O Connor
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