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YVETTE PEREZ

6230 S Melvina Ave Chicago,IL

Summary

Professional Medical Assistant with extensive training and hands-on practical application in the healthcare field. Strong technical and interpersonal skills promote confidence when assisting patients directly or performing administrative duties and with an organization that will valve my exciting skills and abilities while providing for both personal and professional growth.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant

Ascension Medical Group
Elk Grove Village, IL
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork.
  • Provided support to patients by helping them fill out forms and answering their questions about health care services.
  • Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
  • Educated patients on preventive care topics such as diet and exercise habits or medication compliance.
  • Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning correctly prior to use during patient examinations or treatments.
  • Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
  • Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
  • Provided support to physicians during consultations by recording patient histories accurately and documenting treatment plans accordingly.
  • Monitored lab results for accuracy and alerted physicians immediately if any abnormalities were detected.
  • Ordered medical supplies from approved vendors based on predetermined budget parameters.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
  • Performed clerical tasks such as transcribing dictation from physicians or coding patient information into electronic databases.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Contributed to office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
  • Completed basic physical assessments of clinic patients to provide optimal care.
  • Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
  • Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
  • Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
  • Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
  • Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
  • Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
  • Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
  • Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
  • Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care for patients suffering from sleep disorders.
  • Participated in clinical trials involving new treatments for insomnia, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome and other conditions affecting sleep health.
  • Provided emotional support and empathy towards patients dealing with chronic fatigue or depression due to lack of adequate restful sleep.
  • Reviewed existing literature and research related to the diagnosis and management of various forms of sleeping disorders.
  • Operated polysomnography equipment to monitor physiological activity during sleep study.
  • Analyzed data collected from sleep studies using software programs such as Sleepware G3 or Alice 5.1.
  • Provided instruction on the use of CPAP machines and other respiratory support devices to patients.
  • Utilized continuous positive airway pressure devices to treat patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
  • Compiled comprehensive reports summarizing patient information, test results and recommendations for further treatment plan changes.
  • Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.

National Certified Medical Assistant

MacNeal Hospital
Chicago, IL
01.2017 - 10.2020

Assisted physician with patient histories and collecting/recording notes into medical chart.
Assisted physician with wound care, pre-op, post-op, casting, stitches and staple removals.
Prepped/sterilized examination room and escorted patients back to designated room. Performed vital signs and collected chief complaint to later relay to physician
Collected instruments following examination for proper sterilization, autoclaving and storage.
Provided prescriptions for patients according to Doctor specifications and diagnosis. Took inventory of examination rooms and stocked necessary materials throughout facility.
Ordered supplies, medications and injections.
Answered multiline phone and relayed messages to Doctor.
Scheduled following appointments upon patient's request.
Administrative duties including but not limited to file, FLMA documentation, workmen's comp, disability forms and retrieve medical files, Xerox copy and fax medical documentation.

Team Leader, referral coordinator, Keeps inventory and orders monthly supply of private stock and immunizations through Vaccines for Children (VFC) program as well as keeps up-to-date inventory of logbook.

Medical Assistant

Access Community Health Network
Chicago, IL
12.2007 - 02.2016
  • Greeted and assisted front office with registering new and existing patients upon arrival.
  • Prepped/sterilized examination room and escorted patients back to designated room.
  • Performed vital signs and collected chief complaint to later relay to physician.
  • Assisted physician with patient histories and collecting/recording notes into medical chart.
  • Completed tests and treatments including but not limited to injections, accuchecks (glucose), Pregnancy test, Urinalysis, Rapid Strep Throat test, Nebulizer treatments and Ear Lavage.
  • Collected instruments following examination for proper sterilization and storage.
  • Provided prescriptions for patients according to Doctor specifications and diagnosis.
  • Took inventory of examination rooms and stocked necessary materials throughout facility.
  • Answered multiline phone and relayed messages to Doctor and members of staff.
  • Scheduled following appointments and new appointments upon front office request.
  • Administrative duties including but not limited to file and retrieve medical files, Xerox copy and fax medical documentation.
  • Assisted the Patient Benefit Specialist, Staff and Patients with insurance.
  • Collected blood samples from patient, Practice proper patient identification and label vials with patient names and dates.
  •  Prep for procedures
  • Set up and assist provider with pap smear,  IUD, Nexplanon insertions/removal, EMB, Colposcopy, Leep and MVA
  • Administer injections, perform finger stick for Hgb, blood glucose and HgbA1C check
  • Run controls for Hgb machine, urine strips, rapid strep and pregnancy test kits
  • Perform EKG as needed
  • Set up ultrasound machine for transvaginal or abdominal and NST
  • Copy patient glucose log sheet and put for scanning
  • Instruct patient how to obtain a clean catch, obtain GBS sample and instruction for glucola testing
  • Sterilizing instruments and autoclaving  

Medical Assistant Externship

Cavero Medical Group
Chicago, IL
07.2007 - 08.2007
  • Greeted and assisted front office with registering new and existing patients upon arrival.
  • Prepped/sterilized examination room and escorted patients back to designated room.
  • Performed vital signs and collected chief complaint to later relay to physician.
  • Assisted physician with patient histories and collecting/recording notes into medical chart.
  • Completed tests and treatments including but not limited to injections, accuchecks (glucose), Pregnancy test, Urinalysis, Strep Throat test, Nebulizer treatments and Ear Lavage.
  • Collected instruments following examination for proper sterilization and storage.
  • Provided prescriptions for patients according to Doctor specifications and diagnosis.
  • Took inventory of examination rooms and stocked necessary materials throughout facility.
  • Answered multiline phone and relayed messages to Doctor and members of staff.
  • Scheduled following appointments and new appointments upon front office request.
  • Administrative duties including but not limited to file and retrieve medical files, Xerox copy and fax medical documentation.

Education

Medical Assistant Program -

Banner Institute
Chicago, IL
08.2007

High School Diploma - Certified Nursing Assistant

Paul Simon Chicago Job Corps Center
Chicago, IL
08.2006

Skills

  • Efficient and reliable team player CPR/First Aid certified
  • Medical Diagnostics
  • Venipunture
  • Laboratory Techniques
  • Measuring Vital signs
  • Office Administration
  • Injections
  • Urinalysis
  • Electrocardiography
  • Bookkeeping/Billing
  • Explanation of Benefits
  • Filing
  • Computer knowledge Electronic Medical Records Athena Health, Cerner, Centricity, Next Gen, Epic Care, PACS, Chart Logic, Clinic Care, Clinical Intregation and Meditech
  • Exam Preparations
  • Computer Applications
  • Time Management Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Office Applications
  • Computerized medical billing software
  • Operate office equipment
  • Typing (40wpm)
  • Operate Multi-line telephone
  • Insurance Verification
  • CPT & ICD10 Coding
  • Bilingual English/Spanish
  • Medication refills, referral coordinator and sample medication inventory
  • Team Leader
  • EMR and new hire trainer
  • Ordered VFC and private stock vaccines-supplies, Kept log books up to date
  • Experienced in working with Women's Health (OBGYN), Pediatrics, Primary Care, Geriatric, Psychology (LSCW), Internal Medicine, Residency, Pulmonary, Sleep, Endocrinology and Cardiology department

Certification

American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Expires June 2024

National Center for Competency Testing ( NCCT)

Certified Medical Assistant expires 09/15/2024

Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) March 2007 Perfect Attendance and Academic Excellence December 2006-Present

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant

Ascension Medical Group
08.2022 - 05.2023

National Certified Medical Assistant

MacNeal Hospital
01.2017 - 10.2020

Medical Assistant

Access Community Health Network
12.2007 - 02.2016

Medical Assistant Externship

Cavero Medical Group
07.2007 - 08.2007

Medical Assistant Program -

Banner Institute

High School Diploma - Certified Nursing Assistant

Paul Simon Chicago Job Corps Center
YVETTE PEREZ