Victoria Castaneda
Medical Assistant
Sacramento,California
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with background in providing support to physicians, handling patient care tasks, and managing administrative duties. Skilled in recording vital signs, preparing patients for examination, and maintaining medical records with confidentiality and accuracy. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy. Contributed to streamlining clinical processes resulting in more efficient patient flow and enhanced care delivery.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Caregiver
Ally Independence
Sacramento, USA
08.2021 - 11.2024
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
Medical Assistant
Sacramento Native American Health Center
Sacramento, USA
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests and sample analyses to monitor diseases.
Medical Assistant
Sacramento Job Corps
Sacramento, USA
09.2019 - 04.2021
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
Education
Medical/Clinical Assistant -
Sacramento Job Corps
04.2021
High School Diploma -
Hiram Johnson High School
06.2013
Skills
- Medical office administration
- Compassion and empathy
- Multitasking and organization
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Clinical and administrative support
- Vital sign monitoring
- Phlebotomy
- EMR / EHR
- HIPAA compliance
- EKG administration
- CPR
- Medical records management
Certification
Medical Assistant, Sacramento Job Corps, 04/21
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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References
References available upon request.
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