Sandra Bazaldua
Houston,TX
Summary
Bilingual medical assistant with more than five years of experience in the medical field. Prepared for this role, bringing valuable experience in clinical and administrative functions. Known for reliable support in patient care and effective communication with healthcare teams. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability to meet changing priorities. Proficient in patient interaction, medical record management, and office support tasks.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinic Coordinator
Houston Methodist
03.2024 - Current
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by coordinating staff schedules, ensuring optimal coverage during peak hours.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels while minimizing waste.
- Set appointments for patients and reached out to reschedule appointments due to provider availability.
- Maintained adequate stock of medical supplies, equipment and forms in clinical areas.
- Assisted with documenting clinic activities and updated medical records.
- Prepared examination rooms at start of shift and executed quick turnovers between appointments.
- Coordinated patient movements through clinic from waiting areas to examination rooms and front desk .
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Collected specimens, delivered to lab and brought results back to clinical team.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer any questions.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
- Assisted in the development of new clinic policies, contributing to a more effective working environment.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
Medical Assistant
Kelsey-Seybold Clinic
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Greeted more than 30 patients daily prepared them for exam and assessed and recorded vital signs
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments
- Performed clerical duties, such as data entry, answering phones and filling
- Assisted physicians on tests procedures and lab tests for example blood draws, EKG's etc
- Administered injections and medications as directed by physicians
- Prepared and maintained supplies for exam rooms
- Obtained information about client's medical history, drug history and allergies
- Responded appropriately to the physical and emotional and developmental needs of patients
Medical Assistant
Texas Children's Hospital
01.2019 - 05.2023
- Greeted more than 50 patients daily prepared them for exam and assessed and recorded vital signs
- Assisted physicians on tests procedures and lab tests for example blood draws, EKG's etc
- Administered injections and medications as directed by physicians
- Prepared and maintained supplies for exam rooms
- Obtained information about client's medical history, drug history and allergies
- Responded appropriately to the physical and emotional and developmental needs of patients
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments
- Performed clerical duties, such as data entry, answering phones and filling
Medical Assistant
Texas Children's Hospital
04.2015 - 01.2019
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments
- Performed clerical duties, such as data entry, answering phones and filling
- Greeted more than 70 patients daily prepared them for exam and assessed and recorded vital signs
- Assisted physicians on tests procedures and lab tests for example blood draws, EKG's etc
- Administered injections and medications as directed by physicians
- Prepared and maintained supplies for exam rooms
- Obtained information about client's medical history, drug history and allergies
- Responded appropriately to the physical and emotional and developmental needs of patients
Medical Assistant
GULF BANK MEDICAL CENTER
08.2014 - 04.2015
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments
- Performed clerical duties, such as data entry, answering phones and filling
- Greeted more than 100 patients daily prepared them for exam and assessed and recorded vital signs
- Assisted physicians on tests procedures and lab tests for example blood draws, EKG's etc
- Administered injections and medications as directed by physicians
- Prepared and maintained supplies for exam rooms
- Obtained information about client's medical history, drug history and allergies
- Responded appropriately to the physical and emotional and developmental needs of patients
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Medical Assistant
Remington College
Houston, TX06-2013
High School Diploma -
Aldine Senior High School
Houston, TX06-2012
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient confidentiality
- Insurance Verification
- Patient Care Coordination
- Appointment Scheduling
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Vital signs monitoring
- Critical thinking abilities
- Team collaboration abilities
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Time management proficiency
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Clinic Coordinator
Houston Methodist
03.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Kelsey-Seybold Clinic
05.2023 - 03.2024
Medical Assistant
Texas Children's Hospital
01.2019 - 05.2023
Medical Assistant
Texas Children's Hospital
04.2015 - 01.2019
Medical Assistant
GULF BANK MEDICAL CENTER
08.2014 - 04.2015
Certificate of Technical Studies - Medical Assistant
Remington College
High School Diploma -
Aldine Senior High School
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