Zulay Marie Rivera MD
4805 Creek Circle Apt 6203,GA
Summary
Patient-focused accomplished medical graduate undergoing board certification to continue residency training in Internal Medicine. With a broad range of experience in different body systems and non-surgical treatments.
Connects easily to patients of different backgrounds and cultures to offer personalized care.
Stays current on research for optimal patient outcomes.
Foundational knowledge experience gained through academic projects and internships.
Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to begin and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
GenesisCare: The Colorectal Institute
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Assisted colorectal surgeons in diagnosis, treatment plans and post-operative patient care.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, formulated history of present illness and prepared for physician examinations including in office small surgical procedures.
- Obtained patient medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Review of radiology, pathology and oncology reports with colorectal surgeons.
- Knowledgeable in EHR/EMR software Epic and Intergy.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions specifically colorectal related.
Pathologists' Assistant
PathologyWatch
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Accessed in-network, academic-level interpretations and consults to assist with dermatopathologist workflow.
- Conducted specimen dissection
- Prepared samples for slides and created specimen diagram specifically for oriented skin excision specimen.
- Labeled and stored tissue samples and specimens, and verified specimen numbering and related requisitions.
- Worked with pathologist to isolate abnormalities and narrow down likely diagnoses
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy
Pathology Trainee
Pathology Lab Of Georgia
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Examined biopsies to identify benign and cancerous tissues.
- Analyzed laboratory samples to determine clinical significance, etiology, pathogenesis and makeup of diseases.
- Trained with many laboratory specimen examinations and assessments using microscopy techniques.
Pathologists' Assistant
Northwest Pathology Services
11.2019 - 07.2021
- Conducted specimen evisceration and dissection
- Locate disease markers and outline findings in thorough reports for clinicians.
- Gather diagnostically critical information including staging and margin status of surgically removed tumors.
- Worked with pathologist to isolate abnormalities and narrow down likely diagnoses.
- Dictated examination findings using sufficient detail for document included in final pathology report.
- Assisted pathology team with skilled analyses by preparing tissue samples
Surgery, Intern
Hospital Dr. Jaime Oliver Pino
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Followed strict schedules during surgeries.
- Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecology, genitourinary, orthopedic, neurosurgery and plastic surgery procedures.
- Engaged with other professionals, including surgeons to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses.
- Informed patients of risks prior to procedures to assist families and patients in making educated decisions for personal care
- Performed regular rounds to check on patients' following surgery, discuss patient condition and coordinate care
Internal Medicine, Intern
Centro Hospitalario UCE
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms to understand conditions and begin diagnostic processes.
- Directed patients on medication use and lifestyle modifications to improve health
- Counseled patients on newly diagnosed health conditions and maintenance of existing conditions
- Documented and discussed historical medical information, recent symptoms and current complaints at each visit to maintain comprehensive records
Education
M.D. - Allopathic Medicine
UCE-Faculty of Health Sciences
San Pedro De Macoris, Dominican Republic06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Medicine
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico
Arecibo, Puerto Rico05.2011
Skills
- Active listening
- Clinical Background
- Case Reviewing
- Critical thinking
- Diagnosis and Prognosis
- Empathetic
- HIPAA Compliance
- History of present illness
- Laboratory Background
- Patient care/assessments/monitor vital signs
- Time management
- Specimen collection
Certification
- Florida Department of Health Resident/HSE Physician - 07/06/2022
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS): 11/3/2022-11/2024
- Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG): Impending
Languages
- Spanish: Native Proficiency
- English: Native Proficiency
Leadership Experiences
Northwest Pathology Services
Manati, Puerto Rico
12/2020- 06/2021
Pathology Watch Inc
Salt Lake City, Utah
02/2022
- Educated pathologists' assistants according to company's grossing SOP.
- Supervised PA's in gross examination report and dictation.
- Proper identification of surgical margins along with inking methods.
Continuing Medical Education
Puerto Rico Society For Histotechnology/ National Society For Histotechnology Region III
- Transmissible Respiratory Diseases: Influenza, Mycoplasma and COVID-19
- 04/28/2022
- Credits approved
MediaLab Inc.
- HIPPA PRIVACY AND SECURITY RULES
- 01/01/2022
- P.A.C.E. Contact Hours: 2
MediaLab Inc.
- HIV SAFETY FOR FLORIDA CLINICAL LABORATORY PERSONNEL
- 05/26/2022
- P.A.C.E. Contact Hours: 1
Timeline
Medical Assistant
GenesisCare: The Colorectal Institute
08.2022 - 10.2023
Pathologists' Assistant
PathologyWatch
02.2022 - 07.2022
Pathology Trainee
Pathology Lab Of Georgia
10.2021 - 11.2021
Pathologists' Assistant
Northwest Pathology Services
11.2019 - 07.2021
Surgery, Intern
Hospital Dr. Jaime Oliver Pino
01.2019 - 04.2019
Internal Medicine, Intern
Centro Hospitalario UCE
05.2017 - 08.2017
M.D. - Allopathic Medicine
UCE-Faculty of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Medicine
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico
- Florida Department of Health Resident/HSE Physician - 07/06/2022
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS): 11/3/2022-11/2024
- Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG): Impending
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