Mariestel Valencia
Elmwood Park
Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 10 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Rush Oak Park Physicians Group
07.2023 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly upon arrival, checking them in efficiently, and answering any questions they had about their visit or overall healthcare needs.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Medical Assistant
Advanced Womens Health
09.2018 - 05.2023
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Medical Assistant
Concentra
10.2017 - 07.2018
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
Medical Assistant
Nora Medical Group
06.2010 - 01.2017
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
- Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
- Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.
- Compiled necessary documents for surgical billing packages.
Education
Certificate Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Westwood College - O'Hare Airport
Chicago, IL03.2010
Skills
- Lean Principles
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Physician Communication
- Clinic Administration
- Word Processing
- Medical Coverage
- Self Confident
- EMR Systems
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Additional Information
References - Available upon request.
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Rush Oak Park Physicians Group
07.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Advanced Womens Health
09.2018 - 05.2023
Medical Assistant
Concentra
10.2017 - 07.2018
Medical Assistant
Nora Medical Group
06.2010 - 01.2017
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
Certificate Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Westwood College - O'Hare Airport
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