LAURA A. ALMAREZ

CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT

December 2023

Laura A. Almarez

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925-***-****

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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

925-***-****

ad1lpp@r.postjobfree.com

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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