Mirian Castrejon
Orange
Summary
Certified Medical Assistant experienced in managing intensive clinical environments. Delivered high-quality patient care through strong interpersonal skills and effective collaboration across disciplines. Focused on enhancing patient outcomes and ensuring safety in all aspects of care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant 3 urgent care/primary/pediatrict
UCLA Health
03.2021 - Current
- Administered injections and medications under physician supervision, ensuring patient safety and compliance with treatment protocols.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and follow-up care, enhancing patient understanding and adherence to health regimens.
- Collected and documented patient medical histories and vital signs efficiently.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordinated appointments for multiple departments.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records, supporting efficient patient care and streamlined communication within healthcare teams.
Medical Assistant Cardiology / Multi-Specialty
Children's Hospital Of Orange County
Orange
11.2019 - 02.2021
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Gathered forms, copied insurance cards and verified insurance to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
- Directed patients to exam rooms and answered questions to ensure readiness for physician examinations.
- Trained new staff on techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols to enhance team performance and compliance.
Medical Assistant
Altamed Health Services Corporation
Orange
08.2014 - 11.2019
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
- Executed clerical duties, including word processing, data entry, answering phones, and filing to support daily operations.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Trained and oriented new staff on procedures and policies to ensure adherence to office standards.
- Coordinated charts and completed insurance forms while assisting patients with diverse needs to enhance office workflow.
Front and Back Office Medical Assistant
HOANG AN JAN INC OB/GYN
Garden Grove
03.2014 - 08.2014
- Processed and submitted patient statements and medical billing to insurance companies, ensuring timely reimbursement.
- Completed routine in-office laboratory tests such as checking patients' blood glucose or hemoglobin levels after basic finger sticks.
- Scheduled surgeries by making arrangements with surgical centers and prepared charts and consent forms.
- Collected deductibles and copays to post money to patient accounts.
- Coordinated surgery scheduling with surgical centers while preparing patient charts and consent forms.
Education
Medical Assisting
Career College of California
Santa Ana, CASkills
- Medication administration
- Injections and treatments
- Immunization administration
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- Wound care
- Suture removal
- Vital signs measurement
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Pulmonary testing
- Specimen preparation
- Electronic health records
- Supply management
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
Timeline
Medical Assistant 3 urgent care/primary/pediatrict
UCLA Health
03.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant Cardiology / Multi-Specialty
Children's Hospital Of Orange County
11.2019 - 02.2021
Medical Assistant
Altamed Health Services Corporation
08.2014 - 11.2019
Front and Back Office Medical Assistant
HOANG AN JAN INC OB/GYN
03.2014 - 08.2014
Medical Assisting
Career College of California