Sandra Anguiano
Santa Barbara
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced medical assistant with a strong track record of success, eager to take on a new challenge in a leadership role. Comprehensive understanding of medical procedures, patient care, and administrative tasks. Dedicated to providing exceptional support to healthcare professionals and ensuring the highest level of patient satisfaction. Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments. Confident in ability to lead a team and contribute to the success of any healthcare organization.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant Clinical Concierge
Cottage Health Urgent Care
02.2023 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Ensured exceptional care standards to promote positive patient outcomes.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly upon arrival, checking them in efficiently, and answering any questions they had about their visit or overall healthcare needs.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Medical Assistant
Cottage Grotenhuis Pediatric Multispecialty Clinic
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Handled diverse responsibilities in a fast-paced medical setting.
- Ensured adherence to specialty-driven patient care protocols.
- Administrative duties such as reviewing prior authorization requests, submitting medical supply orders, and scheduling procedures.
- Executed successful implementation of Point-of-Care Testing procedures.
- Provided accurate injection solutions tailored to specific requirements.
- Delivered comprehensive patient education through tailored instructional materials.
Medical Assistant III
Sansum Clinic Multispecialty Clinic
08.1998 - 07.2021
- Provided timely healthcare interventions for patients requiring urgent assistance.
- Excelled in managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a time-sensitive environment.
- Applied logical reasoning to solve complex problems efficiently.
- Interpreted critical conversations, ensuring cultural nuances and context were appropriately conveyed.
- Facilitated smooth operations at check-in by aiding triage nursing teams.
- Provided comprehensive patient care.
- Managed medication delivery as directed by the provider.
- Administered injections with precision.
- Performed wound care management.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to enhance patient respiratory care.
- Assisted in treatment plans and recovery strategies specific to orthopedic needs.
- Executed POCT procedures including UA, HCG, and rapid tests.
- Facilitated health measures by participating in pandemic-related assessments.
- Urgent Care
Clinical Concierge
SBCH Urgent Care
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Company Overview: Calle Real.
- Performed both administrative and clinical responsibilities.
- Provided compassionate assistance in clinical care tasks.
- Implemented Point-of-Care Testing protocols.
- Administered vaccinations and medications effectively.
- Excelled in handling multiple tasks within a new innovative setting.
- Calle Real.
Lead-Medical Assistant III
Sansum Clinic
01.2006 - 01.2013
- Company Overview: Pediatric Department
- Led team efforts ensuring productivity from 2008 through 2013.
- Enhanced healthcare experiences by bridging language gaps.
- Provide responsible leadership and instruction
- Professionally perform standard duties
- Maintain patient confidentiality
- Initiate and sustain contact with patients as needed
- Strong communication with front office staff and others to maintain a strong and functional workflow
- Vitals, patient preparation and documentation
- Basic lab performance such as urinalysis, glucose and hemoglobin testing
- Injections
- Audio/vision screening
- Administered medications and provided education on usage of pulmo aide.
- Suture and cord clamp removals
- Assist with wart removals
- POCT for the department
- Facilitated inventory management for vaccines and necessary supplies including linens.
- Gained experience through cross-training in Weight Management and Urgent Care sectors.
- Pediatric Department
Education
General Education
Santa Barbara High School
Santa Barbara, CAMedical Assistant
Santa Barbara Business College
Santa Barbara, CAMedical Assistant Certification
AMCA
Fairfield, NJ11.2024
Skills
- Bilingual
- Patient and professional
- Dedicated
- Patient advocate
- Positive personality
- Able to sustain performance under pressure
- Good communication skills
- Team player
Certification
Medical Assistant
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant Clinical Concierge
Cottage Health Urgent Care
02.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Cottage Grotenhuis Pediatric Multispecialty Clinic
06.2021 - 01.2023
Clinical Concierge
SBCH Urgent Care
08.2020 - 06.2021
Lead-Medical Assistant III
Sansum Clinic
01.2006 - 01.2013
Medical Assistant III
Sansum Clinic Multispecialty Clinic
08.1998 - 07.2021
General Education
Santa Barbara High School
Medical Assistant
Santa Barbara Business College
Medical Assistant Certification
AMCA
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