Medical Assistant Certified
Resume:
Alejandro Vivas
Certified Medical Assistant
Hemet, CA 92543
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Summary
As a dedicated medical assistant with nine years of hands-on experience in patient care, I have developed a well-rounded skill set in both clinical and administrative duties. I am proficient in taking patient histories, performing routine diagnostic tests, assisting with physical exams, and managing medical records with accuracy and attention to detail. My expertise also includes preparing and sterilizing medical instruments, administering medications, and providing patient education on treatment plans and wellness. I excel in multitasking and thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining a compassionate, patient-centered approach. Throughout my career, I have built strong communication skills, allowing me to effectively interact with patients, physicians, and healthcare teams to ensure a seamless experience and optimal care delivery. My experience has deepened my understanding of medical procedures, patient safety, and confidentiality, which has contributed to consistently delivering high-quality care and fostering positive patient outcomes. EXPERIENCE
Perris Urgent/Perris Family Care, 524 W 4th St Suite B Perris, CA 92570 - Certified Medical Assistant
November 2017 - February 2025
● Greet and assist patients and visitors as they arrive at the front desk.
● Manage incoming calls, schedule appointments, and handle inquiries with professionalism.
● Review and maintain accurate documentation related to patient records and office management.
● Organize and file patient records, ensuring easy retrieval when needed.
● Checking eligibility and benefits
● Collecting co-payments before service is rendered
● Call and obtain notes from specialists, labs, and/or imaging pertaining to the order.
● Contact patients with any questions and approvals
● Order testing is needed to process the referral(s)
● Send medical records to offices to help process requests, as well as authorized copies to patients.
● Assist with scheduling patient appointments with outside providers. Pacific Dermatology Institute, 44605 Avenida De Missiones # 202, Temecula, CA 92592 - Certififed Medical Assistant
February 2023 - November 2023
● Scribes patient information accurately in the EMR system; including medical history, chief complaint, all the provider notes during the visit, and Rx information
● Review schedule, preparing rooms and instruments for the day's activities
● Prepares trays for procedures, including but not limited to, biopsies, excisions and shave removals, Cryotherapy and I&D
● Verifies all patient information accordingly
● Rooms patients, ensuring all necessary consents and photos have been completed
● Obtains signed consent from patients for procedures
● Assists providers throughout a patient's visit with office-based procedures including not limited to shave biopsies, punch biopsies, excisions, and bandaging patients
● Administers injections, removes sutures, bandages wounds, and assists with procedures upon request of the provider
● Maintains biopsy logs and assures proper follow-up and documentation for any biopsy results requiring further medical care
● Cleans and sterilizes surgical and other equipment as needed Apple Urgent Care, 1207 E Florida Ave, Hemet, CA 92543 - Certified Medical Assistant
January 2016 - October 2017
● Note the brief history or the reason for the visit in the patient’s chart
● Perform and record accurately vital signs data
● Assist clinical staff in completing examinations and procedures as instructed
● Administer medications and injections as ordered EDUCATION
American Career College, 3130 Sedona Ct, Ontario, CA 91764 - Diploma
March 2015 - December 2015
Certificates
BLS/CPR CERTIFIED
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (NCCT)
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