Patricia Macias
West Covina
Summary
Detail-oriented Medical Assistant with over 25 years of experience in healthcare settings. Proficient in patient care, appointment scheduling, and lab procedures, with a strong focus on teamwork and effective communication to improve patient satisfaction.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Medical Assistant
AltaMed
Anaheim
07.2015 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Collected and recorded patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-ups effectively.
- Vaccine administration
- Drawing blood work
- Administered medications as directed by physicians or nursing staff.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- 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.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
Medical Assistant
HealthCare Partners Medical Group
Arcadia
01.2007 - 06.2013
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Collected and recorded patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-ups effectively.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical equipment and workspaces.
- Administered medications as directed by physicians or nursing staff.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- 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.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
Medical Assistant
Bright Medical Associates
Hacienda Heights
11.1987 - 07.2006
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Collected and recorded patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-ups effectively.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical equipment and workspaces.
- Administered medications as directed by physicians or nursing staff.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and health maintenance practices.
- Processed insurance claims and managed patient billing inquiries efficiently.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient care 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.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- 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.
- 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.
Education
Phlebotomist - Phlebotomy
Regan career institute
El Monte, CA 09.2025 - 10.2026
Pulmonary Function Technologist - Pulmonary Function Training
NIOSH
Anaheim, CA 01.2022 - 01.2023
EKG Technician - EKG Technician
El Monte Adult School
El Monte, CA 01.2015 - 06.2016
El Monte Adult School
El MonteNorth West College
West Covina, CA 09.1986 - 06.1987
Skills
- Vitals
- Lab draws
- EKG
- Insurance knowledge
- Referral process
- Wound care
- Patient care
- Infection control
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient scheduling
- Restocking lab supplies
- Clinical documentation
- EMR / EHR
Timeline
Phlebotomist - Phlebotomy
Regan career institute
09.2025 - 10.2026
Pulmonary Function Technologist - Pulmonary Function Training
NIOSH
01.2022 - 01.2023
Medical Assistant
AltaMed
07.2015 - Current
EKG Technician - EKG Technician
El Monte Adult School
01.2015 - 06.2016
Medical Assistant
HealthCare Partners Medical Group
01.2007 - 06.2013
Medical Assistant
Bright Medical Associates
11.1987 - 07.2006
North West College
09.1986 - 06.1987
El Monte Adult School