SIXTA CASTRO
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Lead Medical Assistant with deep knowledge in managing medical operations, coordinating patient care, and enhancing healthcare outcomes. Strong ability to supervise and train staff, coupled with skills in electronic health records management and patient education. Demonstrated success at fostering collaborative environments while maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency. Committed to improving overall patient experiences through competent leadership and quality healthcare delivery. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Medical Assistant
Texas Oncology
San Antonio, TX
09.2024 - Current
- Supervised and trained medical staff on proper procedures for patient intake, examinations and treatments.
- Provided assistance to physicians with clinical tasks such as measuring vital signs.
- Assisted physicians in performing minor surgeries or procedures when needed.
- Evaluated lab specimens according to established protocols before sending them off for further testing.
- Participated actively in continuing education programs relevant to my role as a Lead Medical Assistant.
- Prepared daily charts by creating and updating electronic health records system data prior to patient visits.
Medical Assistant
CENIZAS HILL
Del Rio, Texas
05.2010 - 06.2017
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Operated electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Medical Assistant
FRONTERAS PEDIATRICS
DEL RIO, Texas
09.2008 - 09.2011
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Administered vaccines, injections, and other treatments as directed by physicians.
- Assisted in the examination room with basic clinical tasks such as taking temperatures and blood pressures.
- Collected laboratory specimens for diagnostic testing.
- Ensured examination rooms were clean, stocked, and properly set up.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Education
MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
CONCORDE CARE COLLEGE, PEMPROKE FL
Florida City, FL11-2006
GED -
BRYANT HIGH SCHOOL QUEENS
Queens, NY10-1995
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Inventory and supply management
- Patient Flow Management
- Data Entry
- Bilingual
- GYN procedures
Timeline
Lead Medical Assistant
Texas Oncology
09.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
CENIZAS HILL
05.2010 - 06.2017
Medical Assistant
FRONTERAS PEDIATRICS
09.2008 - 09.2011
MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
CONCORDE CARE COLLEGE, PEMPROKE FL
GED -
BRYANT HIGH SCHOOL QUEENS
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