Cassandra Garza
CMA-Certified Medical Assistant
361-***-****: adygdz@r.postjobfree.com
Medical Assistant-DeTar Medical Group/REAP 2017- Present
Perform EKG’s & Pacemaker/defibrillator test
Assist patients with cardiac Holter monitor placement.
Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recordings devices.
Keep medical supplies in stock.
Record patients’ status in chart
Prior Authorizations for procedures and medication
Schedule procedures
Work closely with physician/Cardiovascular surgeons for patient care
Team Leader/ Nursing Assistant: Vasavada Medical Consultants 2012-2017
Medical Management Scheduling; Patient call backs.
Prior Authorizations, Medical Records
Triage / Triage calls
Discharging
Patient Proscriptions to pharmacy
Procedure and prep
Maintaining medical records from other referring physicians/ hospital.
Medical Assistant-Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center, San Antonio 2005-2012
Performed vital signs and preparation for surgical and nonsurgical exams.
Communicated with patients on test results, medication orders, and follow up care instructions.
Outstanding knowledge in using a computer, scanner, printer, telephone, fax, and copier.
Skilled in multi-tasking work.
Optimistic and supportive in a team environment
Cleaning and disinfect GI Endoscopes
Medical Assistant-Christus Medical Center, San Antonio, Tx 1998–2005
Take and monitor vital signs.
record, manage, and update patient information and medical histories.
Perform vein-punctures and injections.
Prep patients for exams and medical procedures
Oversee the distribution of patient’s medications.
Clean and sanitize tools and equipment daily.
Administer throat cultures and urinalyses.
Education
South Texas Medical Career College 1998
Luther Burbank High School 1986-1989