Medical Assistant High School

Tara Calderon

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OBJECTIVE

To secure a position in a stimulating and challenging environment where I can utilize

my skills to grow professionally and personally.

MAJOR QUALIFICATIONS

• Over 2 years’ experience working as a Medical Assistant

• CPR Certified

• Advanced computer skills; MS Office/Word/Excel

• In-depth knowledge of medical terminology

• Familiar with ICD-9 and CPT coding

CLINICAL EXCELLENCE

● Procedure setup ● Examination support ● Triaging

● Minor surgery assistance ● Patient education ● Medical terminology

● Injections Administration ● Vitals signs ● Medications dispensing

CLERICAL SKILLS

● Medical billing and coding ● Patients’ file maintenance ● Records maintenance

● Appointments scheduling ● Data entry: 50+WPM ● Referral Processing

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Castle Family Health Centers – Atwater, CA Mar 2013 – Present

Medical Assistant

• Prepare patients for examination and treatments

• Administer injections and apply dressings

• Maintain supplies and equipments including keeping them clean and sterilized

• Schedule lab tests

• Complete patient documentation

• Update patient files and records

Major Achievements

• Experience with a variety of Specialists including but not limited to (urology,

podiatry, OB/gyn, pediatrics, ENT, urgent care, and family practice)

• Recently promoted to Referral Coordinator as of Dec. 1, 2014.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE INCLUDES

Pier 1 Imports – Merced,CA Dec. 2010-Dec. 2012

Sales Associate

Proactively acknowledged, greeted, and assisted customers

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Offered customers with exemplary and timely service

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Maintained and provided accurate product knowledge

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Served multiple customers, targeted their needs, and offered recommendations

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Merchandised, stocked, and replenished the sales floor

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Organized and cleaned store during downtime

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Handled cash, checks, and credit card transactions

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Processed shipments

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Ensured that all merchandise was represented on the floor

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Actively participated in seasonal transitions

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Encouraged in-store credit line and promotional perks

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EDUCATION

Livingston High School, Livingston, CA

High School Diploma

Merced College Career Advancement Academy

Certificate of Competency:

MED-717 Medical Assisting Certification

BUSN-752 Introduction to Microcomputers

EDU-112C Skills Acquisition for Student Success – Allied Health

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

• Cheerful and pleasant disposition

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Profound ability to react calmly yet professionally in urgent situations

• Detail oriented and well-organized

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