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Yania Tamayo

Odessa,Texas

Summary

Dedicated Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Clínica Hispana San Judas, skilled in patient care coordination and electronic health records management. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate service and effective communication. Proficient in phlebotomy and committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all patients.

Work History

Medical Assistant

Clínica Hispana San Judas
  • Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
  • Managed patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
  • Coordinated patient appointments and follow-up communications.
  • Prepared examination rooms, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for patients.
  • Collected vital signs and documented patient information accurately.
  • Provided support in administrative tasks, including filing and data entry.
  • Educated patients about medications and treatment plans effectively.
  • Collaborated with medical staff to enhance patient care processes.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
  • Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
  • 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.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
  • Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
  • Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.

Front Desk Receptionist

Clínica Hispana San Judas
  • Managed front desk operations, ensuring a welcoming environment for patients and visitors.
  • Scheduled appointments efficiently, optimizing clinic workflow and reducing wait times.
  • Assisted patients with registration procedures, enhancing overall patient experience and satisfaction.
  • Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems to ensure data integrity.
  • Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients, facilitating timely information exchange.
  • Implemented office procedures that improved operational efficiency and streamlined daily tasks.
  • Provided multilingual support to diverse patient populations, fostering inclusive healthcare access.
  • Trained new staff on front desk protocols, promoting consistency in service delivery across shifts.
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
  • Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
  • Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
  • Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and professional front desk services.
  • Scheduled appointments accurately using reservation software, reducing conflicts or doublebookings.
  • Supported administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and document preparation for more efficient office workflow.
  • Handled sensitive customer information with confidentiality, adhering to company privacy guidelines.
  • Developed strong working relationships with team members, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Completed data entry and filing to keep records updated for easy retrieval.
  • Expedited check-in and check-out procedures for guests, ensuring seamless experiences during their visits.
  • Resolved customer issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
  • Completed all tasks in compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Increased guest retention by maintaining a welcoming and organized reception area.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive data to protect customer and business information.
  • Maintained accurate records of visitor logs for security purposes and compliance with company policies.
  • Resolved billing discrepancies promptly with thorough attention to detail, fostering trust between clients and the organization.
  • Provided basic technical support for front office equipment, minimizing downtime.
  • Facilitated smooth communication between departments by accurately relaying messages and information.
  • Enhanced team knowledge by sharing best practices in customer service and front desk operations during meetings.
  • Enhanced guest experience by maintaining welcoming and organized reception area.
  • Improved office efficiency with diligent management of appointment scheduling and calendar coordination.
  • Developed FAQ document for common visitor inquiries, streamlining information provision.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information, upholding privacy standards.
  • Improved communication flow by establishing daily briefing for front desk and administrative staff.
  • Assisted in coordination of company events, contributing to successful and well-organized functions.
  • Implemented more efficient mail distribution system, ensuring timely delivery of correspondence to staff.
  • Provided information and assistance to visitors and clients, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving inquiries and concerns.
  • Streamlined check-in processes, reducing wait times for guests.
  • Enhanced security by monitoring visitor access and issuing badges according to company protocols.
  • Assisted with administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and document preparation, supporting overall office productivity.
  • Compiled and submitted daily reports on front desk activities, offering insights for process improvements.
  • Initiated system for tracking office supplies, leading to more efficient inventory management.
  • Contributed to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed, fostering collaborative work environment.
  • Organized and maintained files and records to ensure up-to-date documentation.
  • Greeted visitors warmly, creating positive first impression of organization.
  • Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Organized, maintained and updated information in computer databases.
  • Collected Type payments, processed transactions and updated relevant records.
  • Handled assignments independently with good judgement and critical thinking skills.
  • Operated multi-line telephone system to answer and direct high volume of calls.
  • Collected and distributed messages to team members and managers to support open communication and high customer service.

Enfermera

Hospital General Saturnino Lora
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, medication management, and preventive care strategies.
  • Assisted in the training of new nursing staff on hospital policies and best practices for patient care.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients' health conditions to identify immediate medical needs.
  • Implemented infection control measures, significantly improving hospital safety standards and patient care quality.
  • Oversaw daily operations of nursing staff, ensuring adherence to protocols and high-quality service delivery.
  • Led initiatives to streamline patient admission processes, enhancing overall efficiency within the department.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
  • Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
  • Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
  • Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
  • Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
  • Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
  • Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
  • Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
  • Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
  • Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
  • Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.

Education

Medical Asistant
Florida City, FL

High School Diploma -

Cuartel Moncada
Santiago De Cuba
06.2012

Skills

  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient scheduling
  • Customer service
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • EMR / EHR
  • Direct patient care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Patient-focused care
  • Data entry
  • Phlebotomy
  • Reliable team player
  • Procedure assistance
  • Electronic health records
  • Electronic medical records
  • Compassionate
  • CPR
  • Immunization administration
  • Phlebotomy techniques
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Patient assessments
  • Medical procedures
  • Laboratory specimen collection
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Appointment setting
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Medical records management
  • Patient care coordination
  • Patient flow management
  • Sterilization techniques
  • First aid
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Medical office administration
  • Sterile technique
  • Fluent in languages
  • Patient management

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Clínica Hispana San Judas

Front Desk Receptionist

Clínica Hispana San Judas

Enfermera

Hospital General Saturnino Lora

Medical Asistant

High School Diploma -

Cuartel Moncada
Yania Tamayo