Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas, Nevada
AMANDA APODACA
Professional Summary
Certified Medical Assistant 15 years experience working in fast-paced environment Established record of reliability and creating positive rapport with patients, family and staff. Licenses
Certified Medical Assistant
CPR certified through American Heart Association
Skill Highlights
Health and wellness expertise
Medication administration
Vascular care understanding
Broad medical terminology knowledge
Committed to compliance reporting
Effective policy and program development
Diagnostic tools experience
BAC screen/drug screen collection ability
Strong medical ethic
Computerized charting specialist
OR experience
Sterilization techniques mastery
Specimen collection/processing proficiency
Talented in minor surgery assistance
Medical clinical procedures comprehension
Hematology testing aptitude
Flow sheet charting
Infection control standards expert
Wound cleaning/care expertise
Trained in in- and out-patient care
Familiarity with disease management programs
Professional Experience
Back office Medical Assistant
United Health Care
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Provided palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans. Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols. Back office Manager
Lemper Pain Center
Supervised Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to OSHA & CLEA, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines. Supervised employees, led recruiting and hiring, managed employee review process and ensured compliance with state and federal regulations. Support duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus. Directed patients in prescribed range of motion exercises and in the use of braces.Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments. Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests. Comforted patients and provided them with reassurance and encouragement. Back office Medical Assistant
The Fertility Center Las Vegas
Helped physicians examine and treat patients by assisting with instruments, injections and suture removal. Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools. Assisted physicians in focus studies on subject of prenatal care. Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens. Provided treatment within scope of practice as defined by state law. Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients. Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies. Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
Education and Training
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1998
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Associate of Science: Medical Assisting
Nevada Career Institute