Zaira Rivera
Brownsville,TX
Summary
To find the appropriate job where I can continue my path to be part of the medical field and challenge myself to go an extra step each day.
Experienced with healthcare procedures and patient assistance. Utilizes strong organizational skills to maintain efficient office operations and support patient care. Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical protocols ensures smooth coordination and effective patient communication.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Sunlight Clinic/ Dr. Paul A. Lenz MD
10.2022 - 01.2025
- Triage
- Scribing with Provider
- Daily check of medicines and supplies
- Assistance Translating and communicating with patients (Bilingual)
- Assist with Minor Procedures / Surgery, Casting, Removal of Stitches & Staples
- Injections, Venipunctures, & Capillary Punctures
- Urinalysis, Strep Testing, COVID 19 testing, Flu testing, FOBT, CBC, EKG, PFT, ABI, Nebulizer treatments
- Vision & Hearing screening
- Sterilization of instruments (Autoclaving)
- Filing, Telephone Etiquette, Therapeutic Communication Skills, Insurance Authorizations, Appointment Scheduling, EHR systems
- Instructed patients on post-procedure care to support recovery and adherence to medical advice.
Front Desk MA/ Receptionist
Gregory Smith MD.Sports Surgeon
09.2015 - 03.2021
- Check in Patients
- (Collecting copay fees)
- Check out (give f/u appointments, provide excuses as needed for patient, call any prescribed medications in to pharmacy)
- Filing, Telephone Etiquette, Therapeutic Communication Skills, Insurance Verifications, Appointment Scheduling, Faxing
- Assistance Translating and communicating with patients (Bilingual)
- Manage & Updated patients' charts (EHR)
- Triage Patients (if needed)
Medical Assistant / Lab Supervisor
Central Medical Clinic Dr. Paul A. Lenz MD
02.2007 - 07.2015
- Triage
- Daily check of medicine and supplies
- Assistance Translating and communicating with patients (Bilingual)
- Assist with Minor Procedures / Surgery, Casting
- Injections, Venipunctures, & Capillary Punctures
- Urinalysis, Strep Testing, FOBT, CBC, EKG, PFT
- Vision & Hearing screening
- Sterilization of instruments (Autoclaving)
- Filing, Telephone Etiquette, Therapeutic Communication Skills, Insurance Authorizations, Appointment Scheduling
Externship
The Children's Clinic Dr. Zamir
04.2006 - 06.2006
- Triage
- Daily check of Medicine & Supplies
- Assistance Translating & Communicating with patients
- Manage & Updated patients' charts
- Vaccines Done under supervision, Skilled in administration of Injections
- Monthly Inventory
- 192 Hours
Education
Patient Care Technician - Certified Medical Assistant
South Texas VoTech
Brownsville, Texas06.2006
High School -
Simon Rivera High School
Brownsville, TX05.2005
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Sunlight Clinic/ Dr. Paul A. Lenz MD
10.2022 - 01.2025
Front Desk MA/ Receptionist
Gregory Smith MD.Sports Surgeon
09.2015 - 03.2021
Medical Assistant / Lab Supervisor
Central Medical Clinic Dr. Paul A. Lenz MD
02.2007 - 07.2015
Externship
The Children's Clinic Dr. Zamir
04.2006 - 06.2006
High School -
Simon Rivera High School
Patient Care Technician - Certified Medical Assistant
South Texas VoTech
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