Maria Guerrero
Hollister
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Medical Assistant
Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital
Hollister
05.2021 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordinated appointments efficiently.
- Collected and documented patient medical histories accurately.
- Prepared examination rooms, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and wellness practices effectively.
- Maintained medical records in compliance with hospital policies.
- Supported front desk operations, enhancing patient interactions and service quality.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
Medical Assistant
Primary Care Associates
Hollister
02.2015 - 05.2021
Medical Assistant
Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital
Hollister
02.2013 - 02.2015
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordinated appointments efficiently.
- Prepared examination rooms, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
- Supported front desk operations, enhancing patient interactions and service quality.
- Maintained medical records in compliance with hospital policies.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
Education
Medical Assistant - Health Administration
Gavilan College
Gilroy 09.2010 - 05.2012
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Medical terminology
- Laboratory procedures
- Customer service
- Healthcare compliance
- Medical documentation
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Patient education
- Patient assessments and care
- Direct patient care
- Companionship and emotional support
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Conversant in [languages]
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital
05.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
Primary Care Associates
02.2015 - 05.2021
Medical Assistant
Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital
02.2013 - 02.2015
Medical Assistant - Health Administration
Gavilan College
09.2010 - 05.2012