Silvia Corral
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
I am a bilingual fluent in both english and spanish highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Very detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills environment. Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 10 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting patients, co-workers and providers. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. With extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Medical Assistant
UNM Hospital
10.2010 - Current
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies for patients in clinic
- Documented vital signs, collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight, date of injury, date of surgery and health history.
- Directed patients into rooms and make sure prepared for physician examinations.
- Taught patients about procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data.
- Called and faxed to request outside exams needed.
- Helped to make sure we kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels.
- Explained pre operative procedures to patients.
- Suture and staple removal
- Minor wound care dressing application
- Brace application and education.
- Scheduled appointments
- Registered patients
- Enter surgical card requests
- Check for patient prior authorizations
- Pull/gather medications for injections
- Perform patient rounding
Patient Care Technician
UNM Hospital
01.2012 - 11.2012
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Cashier
Del Taco
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Education
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Carrington College
Albuquerque, NMHigh School Diploma -
New Futures High School
Albuquerque, NM08.2009
Skills
- Honest
- Fast learner
- Team player
- Bilingual - fluent in Spanish
- Reliable Team Player
- Great Customer Service
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Patient Assessments
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Data Entry
- HIPAA Compliance
- Payment Collection
- Procedure Assistance
- Patient Scheduling
- Patient Flow Management
- Phlebotomy
- Patient-Focused Care
- Medical Office Administration
- Simple Dressings
- Suture Removal
- Staple Removal
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Equipment Sterilization - Ultrasound probes
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Emptying Catheter Bags
- Emptying Colostomy Bags
- Sterile Technique
- CPR certified
- Inventory and Supply tracking and ordering
- Direct Patient Care
- Medical Procedures
- Patient Bathing
- Electronic Medical Records
- Patient Feeding
- Orthopedic Splints
- Patient Oral Care
- Compassionate
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
UNM Hospital
01.2012 - 11.2012
Registered Medical Assistant
UNM Hospital
10.2010 - Current
Cashier
Del Taco
01.2008 - 01.2009
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Carrington College
High School Diploma -
New Futures High School
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