Veronica m. montegut
new orleans,la
Summary
Highly organized, analytical professional with superior goal-setting, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Solid reputation for the ability to work well under pressure in a busy environment, and for resolving conflicts effectively. Offer strong investigative and interpersonal skills to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Keeps pace with changes in various industries and evolving needs. Strong ability to identify, develop, and sustain a network of people and other resources for tasks. Able to execute strategic initiatives in a methodical approach. Educational experience includes a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice. Knowledgeable certified medical assistant with exceptional background over several years handling intensive clinical environments. Quality-driven and safety-oriented with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities. Experienced in collaborating across disciplines to support patient needs and enhance care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Primary Care Plus
05.2024 - Current
- Referrals
- Front and back-office management.
- Medical Records.
- Scheduling in and outpatient imaging.
- Prior authorizations.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- 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.
Medical Assistant/Care Promoter
JenCare Senior Medical Center
07.2020 - 05.2024
- Specialized in conducting special procedures, including EKGs, pulmonary function, ear lavage, UA dips, stool cards, and order entry.
- Administered vaccinations, performed EKGs, managed injections, and conducted venipuncture procedures.
- Assisted physicians with daily patient care, including administering injections and checking vital signs.
- Float between different cities and assist when and where it’s needed.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
Medical Assistant
Touro LCMC
New Orleans, LA
07.2018 - 07.2020
- Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in medical records.
- Take and record patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
- Perform suture removals for patients of all ages.
- Prepare patients for biopsies, cystoscopies, laser treatments, vasectomies, and urodynamic studies, as well as assist the doctors.
- Handle referrals, prior authorizations, and scheduling appointments.
- Perform bladder scans, catheter pulls, urine dips, tray setup, and assist in suprapubic changes, voiding, and trials.
Medical Assistant
Scripps Health
San Diego, CA
12.2007 - 02.2018
- Assisted physicians with daily patient care, including administering injections and checking vital signs.
- Operated front office areas, screened and routed incoming calls, greeted visitors, and performed various administrative tasks.
- Specialized in conducting special procedures, including EKGs, ten anagrams, pulmonary function, ear lavage, UA dips, auto grams, tray setup, and order entry.
- Assisted in medical examinations and reviewed results to evaluate the current health status of patients.
- Administered vaccinations, performed EKGs, managed injections, and conducted venipuncture procedures.
- Managed patient filing, chart management, and insurance verification.
- Verified patient insurance, handled all patient filing and charts, and prepared/maintained examination and treatment areas.
- Sterilized and restocked the procedure room after each procedure.
- Delivered quality patient care, and maintained and ensured patients’ physical and emotional comfort.
- Supported activities promoting patient-focused care.
- Developed and maintained patient verification and eligibility for insurance and Medicare.
- Helped with hiring, training, coaching, and mentoring new medical assistants.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06.2019
Associate of Arts - Administration of Justice
MiraCosta College
Oceanside, CA05.2016
Medical Assistant
Kaplan College
Vista, CA06-2005
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- Access
- Epic
- Adobe
- CarePro
- Outlook
- ECW
- Insurance verification
- Referral coordination
- Front office management
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Confidentiality adherence
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
- Medical Assistant Certification – Kaplan College
- CPR & HIPAA Certified
- National Certified Medical Assistant
- Preceptor
Training
- One-on-one Back Office Training
- AEHR Super User
- Emergency Response
- Incident Assessments
- Medical Assistant Preceptor
Affiliations
- All Ladies Kickball League
- Gym/Cycling
- PTA Board
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Primary Care Plus
05.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant/Care Promoter
JenCare Senior Medical Center
07.2020 - 05.2024
Medical Assistant
Touro LCMC
07.2018 - 07.2020
Medical Assistant
Scripps Health
12.2007 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Arts - Administration of Justice
MiraCosta College
Medical Assistant
Kaplan College