Sheila Visquera
Dayton,TN
Summary
Focused professional motivated to deliver seamless and pleasant healthcare experience to patients. Offering extensive background assisting medical teams in examining and treating patients. Skillful in measuring vitals, preparing, and drawing blood samples and preparing treatment rooms for examinations.
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Rhea Primary Care Center
Dayton
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Filed insurance claims forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Center
Dayton, TN
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Signature HealthCARE
Spring City, Tennessee
11.2007 - 06.2018
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistance
NHC
Dunlap, TN11-2007
Pharmacology -
Green Country Technology Center
Okmulgee, OK02-2003
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Patient-focused care
- Patient Flow Management
- Inventory Management
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Scheduling
- Indirect Patient Care
- Data Entry
- Phlebotomy
- Patient-handling equipment
- Infection control procedures
- Customer Service
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- Reliable transportation
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Insurance Claims
- EKG set up and monitoring
- Insurance Verification
- Specimens collection and processing
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Rhea Primary Care Center
09.2020 - 05.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Center
06.2018 - 08.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Signature HealthCARE
11.2007 - 06.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistance
NHC
Pharmacology -
Green Country Technology Center