Sarah Chavez
Upland
Summary
Customer service-oriented individual seeking to secure a position that will allow me to utilize my medical assisting, service, and time management skills while making a positive impact toward the success of the practice.
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Professional in healthcare with solid experience in clinical and administrative duties. Skilled in patient care, medical procedures, and electronic health records. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and delivering high-quality results. Reliable in fast-paced environments and adept at supporting medical staff and patients effectively.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Norton Delgado Family Medicine
07.2024 - Current
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Optimized appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Supported patient well-being, providing empathetic care and addressing concerns with sensitivity.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.
- Assisted with billing and coding processes, ensuring accurate insurance claims and patient invoicing.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
Medical Assisitant
Premier Orthopaedics
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
Medical Assistant
Empire Foot & Ankle
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Assist Doctors and nursing staff in scheduling and managing patient care through the Athena EHR system
- Fielded new patient calls, coordinated and facilitated practice policies and ensured compliance with HIPPA
- Obtained information from patients
- Externship
Education
No Degree - Medical Assistant
San Joaquin Valley College
Visalia, CA04-2024
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Laboratory specimen collection
- Sterilization techniques
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital sign monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Electrocardiographic rhythm recognition
- Phlebotomy
- Electronic health records
- Compassionate
- CPR
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient assessments
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Norton Delgado Family Medicine
07.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Empire Foot & Ankle
04.2024 - 05.2024
Medical Assisitant
Premier Orthopaedics
01.2024 - 07.2024
No Degree - Medical Assistant
San Joaquin Valley College
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