Board-certified Surgical Assistant offering more than 7 years of expertise in pediatric surgical procedures. Accomplished in building strong relationships with surgeons and other team members. Eager to bring talent and leadership to growing surgical team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certified Surgical Assistant
1
1
Registered Medical Assistant
Work History
Medical Assistant
Clinica Familia Hispana
03.2022 - Current
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
Practiced medicine in surgical facility, providing diagnosis and treatment for patients.
Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
Admitted and treated patients as part of hospital's 24-hour on-call services.
Diagnosed issues and implemented treatment plans to resolve problems or help manage symptoms.
Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
Dedicated 40 hours per week as on-call physician at local hospital to supplement staff.
Monitored patients recovering post-operatively from Major Surgery and Minor procedures.
Provided medical care and treatment in Level-3 Trauma Unit for patients presenting with neck, thorax and abdominal life-threatening trauma, regularly performing emergency interventions, damage control, drainages procedures and others.
Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
Medical Doctor
Policlinico Docente Teniente Tomas Rojas
09.2015 - 09.2016
Practiced medicine in Family medicine facility, providing diagnosis and treatment for patients.