SASHA PUELLO
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Hardworking medical assistant bringing 17 years of expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology testing needs. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Proven history of maintaining equipment and lab areas in alignment with regulatory guidelines.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant Supervisor
Clearlyderm Dermatology
08.2014 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Followed safety protocols and precautions for safe and hazard-free work environment.
Medical Assistant
Foresthills Dermatology
03.2013 - 08.2014
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Front Desk Patient Coordinator
Eos Sleep
07.2011 - 08.2014
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
- Worked with patients to schedule tests and procedures.
- Communicated with insurance companies to verify coverage and obtain authorizations for medical treatments and procedures.
- Assisted patients with completing necessary paperwork and forms to provide healthcare facilities with essential information to bill for services.
- Delivered excellent patient experiences and direct care.
- Coordinated transportation to get patients to and from medical appointments.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
Medical Assistant
Vanguard Dermatology
03.2009 - 01.2011
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Resolved customer issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
- Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
- Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
Medical Assistant
Southern Chiropractic Life Center - Dr. David Migdal
03.2007 - 06.2008
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Medical Assistant
Dermatology Center Of Wellington
06.2007 - 07.2007
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
Education
Medical Assistant Program - Medical
Medvance Institute
West Palm Beach, FL08.2007
Skills
- Verify Laboratory Results
- Inventory Restocking
- Punch Biopsies
- Microorganism Identification
- Medical Assistance
- Liquid Nitrogen Storage
- Patient Flow
- Suture Removal
- Biological Terminology
- Lab Assistant Training
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Administrative Duties
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant Supervisor
Clearlyderm Dermatology
08.2014 - Current
Medical Assistant
Foresthills Dermatology
03.2013 - 08.2014
Front Desk Patient Coordinator
Eos Sleep
07.2011 - 08.2014
Medical Assistant
Vanguard Dermatology
03.2009 - 01.2011
Medical Assistant
Dermatology Center Of Wellington
06.2007 - 07.2007
Medical Assistant
Southern Chiropractic Life Center - Dr. David Migdal
03.2007 - 06.2008
Medical Assistant Program - Medical
Medvance Institute
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