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Suzana Lara

Chelsea,MA

Summary

Healthcare professional with strong foundation in patient care and medical support. Adept at handling patient needs, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring clean and safe environment. Known for reliability, adaptability, and commitment to achieving positive patient outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Chelsea Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Enhanced the overall well-being of students through providing first aid.
  • Improved student health outcomes by conducting regular health assessments and screenings.
  • Communicated with parents regarding students health.
  • Translated phone calls for Spanish speaking parents and guardians.


Medical Assistant

Mass General Hospital
07.2018 - 03.2020
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Measured patient spirometry.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Facilitated positive patient experience, greeting patients warmly and providing clear directions within clinic.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.


Medical Assistant

Brooksby Village Retirement Community
02.2017 - 05.2018
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
  • Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
  • Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.

Education

No Degree - Liberal Arts

Bunker Hill Community College
Charlestown, MA

Registered Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant

Lincoln Technical Institute
Somerville, MA
02-2015

High School Diploma -

Chelsea High School
Chelsea, MA
06-2010

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Recording vital signs
  • Patient-focused care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Electronic charting
  • Patient relations
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Medical terminology
  • Specimen collection
  • Infection control procedures
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Patient care quality

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • RMA - Registered Medical Assistant


Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Chelsea Public Schools
08.2021 - Current

Medical Assistant

Mass General Hospital
07.2018 - 03.2020

Medical Assistant

Brooksby Village Retirement Community
02.2017 - 05.2018

No Degree - Liberal Arts

Bunker Hill Community College

Registered Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant

Lincoln Technical Institute

High School Diploma -

Chelsea High School

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