Veronica Sanchez
Los Angeles
Summary
Certified Medical Assistant with relevant experience in fast-paced healthcare settings. Strong background in patient care, medical terminology, and electronic health record systems. Showcased ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing environments or demands. Success noted in improving clinic workflow efficiency and contributing positively to team-focused environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
LA CountyNephrology
Montebello
03.2019 - Current
- maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Requesting authorization, paging hospital, Doctors
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Dietary Cook
Vermont healthcare center
05.2015 - 10.2019
- Provided guidance on menu planning and nutrition education to customers.
- Performed basic maintenance duties such as cleaning tables, sweeping floors.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area throughout shift.
- Carried out recipe modifications requested by customers or dietitians.
- Prepared therapeutic diets and meals following oral and written instructions.
- Organized food items, supplies and equipment needed for meal preparation.
- Checked quality of ingredients prior to use in recipes.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Followed all safety regulations when handling food and kitchen utensils.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Adjusted established recipes to meet special dietary and allergen restrictions.
- Ensured proper storage of prepared foods at appropriate temperatures.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Prepared meals in accordance with operational policies, food safety guidelines and health code requirements.
- Prepared meals for patients according to dietary requirements and restrictions.
Macys.com
Merchandise, register, on line orders
Lakewood
08.2004 - 06.2010
- Restocking new merchandise on the floor and filling in cleaning fitting rooms
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Medical Assistance
UEI College
Los Angeles, CA12-2018
Skills
- Intake control
- Check-in coordination
- Medical office administration
- Patient-focused care
- Payment collection
- Electronic health records
- Insurance verification
- Medical records confidentiality
- Customer service
- [Type] coding
- Insurance authorizations
- Clinical documentation
- Outpatient dialysis services
- Clinical and administrative support
Timeline
Medical Assistant
LA CountyNephrology
03.2019 - Current
Dietary Cook
Vermont healthcare center
05.2015 - 10.2019
Macys.com
Merchandise, register, on line orders
08.2004 - 06.2010
Medical Assistance
UEI College