Medical Assistant Certified
Resume:
LAURA A. ALMAREZ
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
December 2023
Laura A. Almarez
**********@*****.***
Pittsburg, CA 94565
Dear Human Resource,
I am applying for the Medical Clerical position within your Healthcare Facility. As a highly skilled and compassionate healthcare professional with 10+ years of experience, I am confident in my ability to provide excellent patient care and contribute to your team’s success. I have a proven track record of delivering high-quality care while maintaining patient safety and satisfaction. I am committed to staying up to date with the latest medial advancements and techniques, and I am eager to bring my expertise to your Facility.
Sincerely,
Laura A. Almarez
LAURA A. ALMAREZ
CERIFIED MEDICAL ASSSITANT/MEDICAL CLAIRCAL
Contact info
115 B Linschied Drive
Pittsburg, CA
94565
**********@*****.***
Vocational
Boston Redd College Pittsburg, CA
Certified Medical Assistant
Relevant coursework: Medical Terminology, and Medical Instance and Benefits’/Verification.
Education
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg CA
General Education Courses
Relevant classes: Computer Science, Medical Clerical Education, Advance Medical Terminology,
Certifications
Berkeley Adult High School
Berkeley, CA
High School Diploma
Relevant Courses: Medical/Clerical Cert., Medical Terminology Cert., Computer Science/Data Cert., Communications and Oral Speech.
Experience
1/2006-2/2017 Full Time (Office Manager) 2020-2023 (On Call)
Certified Medical Assistant Medical/Clerical Office Manager James L. Edwards, MD, Antioch, CA
Organized provider’s work, delegating work to appropriate care team member
Tracked and follow up on referrals, test results, medication prior authorizations, patient pharmaceutical assistance, and other care coordination activities.
Followed up on referrals, test results, medication prior authorizations, patient pharmaceutical assistance, and other care coordination activities.
Notified patients for preventive care visits/follow-ups via various communication portals
3-2017-10/2021 Full Time Certified Medical Assistant
Certified Medical Assistant Insurance Benefits/Verification Specialist Bay Area Foot Care, Oakland, CA
Greet each patient when they arrive and check them in via Epic EMR
Verify demographics, Insurance and Billing info.
Schedule patients for future appointments
Check patients out at the end of their visit
Ensure all phone calls and emails are responded to regularly
EMR; Gen X, Epic and Practice Fusion
2/2014-10/2017 Full Time (CMA - Front/Clerical Office) Medical Clerical Certification Prior Auth’s; Ins. Benefits/Verifications Barry Rotman, MD (Concierge)
Perform the tasks of greeting patients and scheduling appointments
Responsible for handling and managing the continuous flow of information in the health care center, including knowledge of insurances; PPO’s, HMO’s Medicare, and Tricare
Handle the tasks of organizing and maintaining medical forms and office stationery required for front desk activities, including authorizations and referrals upon doctor’s request
3/2007-2/2013 Full Time Surgery Scheduler
Surgery Scheduler Ins Benefits/Verification, Prior Auth’s, and Consults Gastro-Specialist – Antioch, CA
Surgical Scheduler who performs administrative duties relevant to surgical operations and post-surgical data, coordinates and helps with disability forms, scheduling surgical equipment and maintaining provider schedule and administrative duties as needed
Pre-op pathology, call patients with results, and schedule treatment
Surgery consultations and guided instructions for patients
React calmly and effectively in emergency situations with Compassion
Verify eligibility and benefits verification for treatments, hospitalizations, and procedures
Review patient bills for accuracy and completeness and obtaining any missing information
Personal Statement of Compassion
Compassion is the key for how we should approach our patients and co-workers. Courtesy for others by being, punctual, self-motivated and takes initiative to work independently or as a Team Player, especially in fast-paced environments. Reliable, professional, friendly, the Compassion to help others, especially in these difficult times. Pays strong attention to detail, and proactive (self-starter).
References
Dr. Ciaran Jacka – 510-***-****
Dr. James Edwards – 925-***-****
Dr. Yi Zhang – 415-***-****
Yvonne Bridgeman – 510-***-****
Marti Edwards – 925-***-****
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