Yariksa Mendez
Grand Rapids
Summary
Dynamic Medical Assistant with proven expertise in patient care and clinical documentation, honed at Trinity Health. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and fostering patient trust, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring high-quality care. Demonstrated ability to improve patient engagement through effective communication, a key to enhancing clinic reputation and operational efficiency.
Developed strong communication and organizational skills in clinical setting, ensuring efficient patient care and administrative support. Ability to adapt quickly and learn new procedures and protocols. Seeking to transition to new field where these skills can contribute to team success and operational efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Trinity Health
06.2024 - 12.2024
- 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.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- 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.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Godfrey Lee Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction accordingly to maximize academic achievement.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, attendance, behaviors, and IEP goals for effective communication with all stakeholders involved in the educational process.
- Improved student behavior and engagement in the classroom through consistent enforcement of rules and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Helped classroom teachers achieve instructional objectives.
Cashier
Victoria Secret & PINK
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ottawa Hills High School
Grand Rapids, MI05-2020
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital sign monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Data entry
- Procedure assistance
- CPR
- Immunization administration
- Specimens collection and processing
- Fluent in [languages]
Certification
Medical Assistant
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Trinity Health
06.2024 - 12.2024
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Godfrey Lee Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
Cashier
Victoria Secret & PINK
03.2021 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Ottawa Hills High School
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