Paola Canty
*** ********* **. *** * Brooklyn, NY 11221 C: 212-***-**** *************@*****.***
Professional Summary
To obtain a permanent position as a medical assistant in both administrative and clinical areas.
Professional Experience
Medical Assistant
Brook Plaza Ophthalmology Associates P.C. 10/2013-1/2015
Competent and experienced in the following tasks and responsibilities; Administrative skills:
FA (Flourescein Angiography), Fundus Photos and External Photos
Pachymetry
A-Scan (Amplified Scan)
B-Scan (Brightness scans)
UBM (Ultrasound Biomicroscopy)
HRT (Heidelberg Retina Tomography)
FDT (Frequency Doubling Technology) and Macula Visual Field and regular Visual Field
Checking vision acuity
Answering phones and assisting patients with any problems or concerns.
Dr Jeffrey S. Rubin M.D. Ophthalmology Retina Specialist 11/2009-12/2012
Checked vision acuity: Administered dilating drops: Performed OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography): FA/ICG
(Flourescein and Indocyanine Green Angiography) testing: prepared patients for Intraviteral Injections: Central and
Peripheral Visual Field testing.
Put in order medications and sterilize instruments for ophthalmic surgical procedures including, but not limited to laser
treatment; assisted doctor with minor in-office surgeries.
Arranged transportation for patients to and from the location.
Ordered specialty medication for patients and office supplies to keep the office well stocked.
Maintained and stocked supplies in consultation and exam rooms.
Checked insurance eligibility.
Answered phones; made changes, or canceled appointments.
Facilitated the training of new Medical Assistant in the office.
Calibrated and maintained all instruments.
Proficient in dealing with drug representatives.
Medical Assistant Intern
New Generation Medical Practice 06/2009-09/2009
Triage patients and Vital signs
Phlebotomy and Urine analysis: Perform HIV, prenatal and lipid testing
Assisted with Pap smears and cultures
Scanned EOB and Sonograms: also schedule appointments
Education and Training
Allen School- Brooklyn, New York September 2009
Medical Assistant Certification
South Bronx job Corps Academy; Bronx, New York October 2008
High School Equivalent Diploma (GED)
Other Qualifications:
Bilingual: able to read, write and speak both Spanish and English---Fast learner and able to adapt quickly to challenges and
changing environments---Sensitive to diverse cultures; Applications: Microsoft Office Package ---Apple Applications---I O Practice
wear
References:
Upon request