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Sarah Benz

Indio,CA

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 any office.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant

Loma Linda University Health Care
01.2021 - 03.2023
  • Managed back office duties such as patient check-in and check-out, rooming patients by taking vital signs and injections directed by physician. 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 using EMR system.
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
  • Responded to telephone inquiries from patients test results, prescription refills, ensuring compliance with HIPPA regulations regarding patients privacy rights.

Medical Assistant

KM Strategic Management Inc.
09.2018 - 12.2020
  • Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
  • Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
  • Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs and assisting with routine gynecological visits and EKG's.
  • Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized results for physicians review.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.

Medical Assistant/Medical Front Office Receptionist

Vip Urgentcare
01.2014 - 08.2018

Increased patient satisfaction, managing insurance verifications and addressing billing inquiries professionally and promptly.

  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff
  • Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation..
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies. Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • 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.
  • Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions. And EKG's as needed
  • Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety

Front and Back Office Medical Assistant

Eisenhower Medical Imaging Center
03.2013 - 03.2015
  • Facilitated patient flow by notifying provider of patients' arrival, being aware of delays and communicating with patients and clinical staff.
  • Accepted and processed customer deductibles and copays
  • Scheduled diagnostic test such as X-ray's, CT and MRI scans based on physician orders and instructions.
  • Scheduled diagnostic tests such as X-ray's, CT and MRI scans based on physician orders and instructions.
  • Assisted X-Ray Tech with patient positioning
  • Conducted insurance verification prior to testing
  • Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments by swiftly shifting between front and back office tasks as needed.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Phlebotomy

Health Staff Training Institute
Temecula, CA
05.2018

Certified Medical Front Office Specialist

Mayfield College
Cathedral City, CA
06.2013

Pre- Requisites

College of The Desert
Palm Desert, CA
07.2003

Certificate - Medical Assisting

Institute of Business And Medical Technology
Palm Desert, CA
02.1994

High School Diploma -

Amistad High School
Indio
06.1990

Skills

  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Customer Service
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • EMR / EHR
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Adaptable

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Loma Linda University Health Care
01.2021 - 03.2023

Medical Assistant

KM Strategic Management Inc.
09.2018 - 12.2020

Medical Assistant/Medical Front Office Receptionist

Vip Urgentcare
01.2014 - 08.2018

Front and Back Office Medical Assistant

Eisenhower Medical Imaging Center
03.2013 - 03.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Phlebotomy

Health Staff Training Institute

Certified Medical Front Office Specialist

Mayfield College

Pre- Requisites

College of The Desert

Certificate - Medical Assisting

Institute of Business And Medical Technology

High School Diploma -

Amistad High School
Sarah Benz