ALEJANDRA GARCIA
San Diego
Summary
Medical Assistant Bilingual healthcare professional committed to provided quality patient care and service. Possesses positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team and individual work environment. Highly motivated, exceptional communication skills, results-oriented and driven. Seeking a position within an organization where I can continue to learn and grow and will be a contributing factor to its success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Sharp Rees-Stealy
06.2023 - Current
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Medical Assistant - OBGYN
Kaiser Permanente
06.2019 - 05.2023
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with clinical procedures following safe practices.
- Precepted newly hired medical assistants to train each on office procedures and important tasks.
Medical Assistant- Urgent Care
Kaiser Permanente
01.2016 - 06.2019
- Assisted physicians with minor procedures
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Medical Assistant
Medical Oncology Associates Of San Diego
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Wrote clear and detailed clinical phone messages for physicians
- Provided administrative support for physicians
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height
- Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival
- Called in and provided detailed prescriptions information to pharmacies
- Assisted doctors interpreting treatment plans, treatment options to Spanish speaking patients.
Medical Assistant
San Diego Center For Integrative Medicine
05.2012 - 07.2015
- Performed injections and other phlebotomy procedures
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs
- Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies
- Professionally and courteously verified appointment times with patients
- Assisted in the maintenance of medical charts and/or electronic medical record (filing, Op
- Reports, test results, home care forms)
- Adeptly managed a multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted all patients
- Located, checked in and pulled medical records for appointments and incomplete patient charts
- Assisted doctors with minor surgeries and non-invasive procedures.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Concorde Career College
San Diego, CA04.2024
GED -
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA2012
Medical Assistant -
Kaplan College
Chula Vista, CA08.2012
High School Diploma -
University City High School
San Diego, CA06.2010
Skills
- Assisting with Physical Exams
- Specimen Preparation
- Information Intake
- OB/GYN Procedures
- Urgent Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Electronic Medical Record
- Patient Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Customer Service
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Sharp Rees-Stealy
06.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant - OBGYN
Kaiser Permanente
06.2019 - 05.2023
Medical Assistant- Urgent Care
Kaiser Permanente
01.2016 - 06.2019
Medical Assistant
Medical Oncology Associates Of San Diego
07.2015 - 12.2015
Medical Assistant
San Diego Center For Integrative Medicine
05.2012 - 07.2015
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Concorde Career College
GED -
San Diego Mesa College
Medical Assistant -
Kaplan College
High School Diploma -
University City High School
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