Certified Medical Assistant
PAULINA GENTIL
UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Medical Group
Cicero
4
Languages
1
Certification
15
years of professional experience
Certified Medical Assistant with strong focus on patient care and clinical support. Skilled in administering medications, recording vital signs, and managing patient records. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective teamwork. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
2 Years 9 Months- Traveled across Chicago and surrounding suburbs to deliver clinical and administrative support to clinics and hospitals across multiple specialties, including Family Practice, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Orthopedics, and Cardiology. Conducted patient intake and vital sign assessments, executed point-of-care testing and EKGs, administered vaccines, performed blood draws, obtained prior authorizations, facilitated referrals, processed refills, and performed suture and staple removals.
Certified Medical Assistant
5 Months- Assisted healthcare professionals in administering medications and treatments to patients
- Collected and prepared laboratory specimens for testing and analysis
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital signs, and other relevant information accurately and efficiently
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured they were clean and well-stocked with necessary supplies
- Scheduled and coordinated patient appointments, surgeries, and other medical procedures
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy in documentation
- Provided support during medical procedures and assisted with patient education and counseling
- Conducted basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood glucose monitoring
- Assisted in the maintenance of medical equipment and supplies inventory
- Followed safety protocols and infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff
- Demonstrated empathy, compassion, and professionalism in all patient interactions
Medical Assistant
1 Year 3 Months- Prepared patient charts, recorded vital signs, reviewed medical histories, and provided bilingual translation for providers. Triaged incoming calls, managed medication refills, operated the fluoroscopy machine during interventional procedures, oversaw post-procedure recovery, and coordinated follow-up scheduling.
Float Medical Assistant
3 Years 5 Months- Traveled across Chicago and surrounding suburbs to provide float coverage across diverse clinical departments, including Family Practice, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Orthopedics, and Cardiology. Managed patient intake and vitals, performed point-of-care testing, EKGs, phlebotomy, and IV insertion. Administered vaccines, processed medication refills, obtained prior authorizations, handled referrals, and assisted with suture and staple removals.
Medical Assistant
7 Years 1 Month- Managed front-desk operations, ensuring efficient telephone triage, patient messaging, scheduling, and medical records management. PerfoExecuted clinical tasks including patient intake, vital sign assessment, EKGs, venipuncture, IV placement, vaccine administration, and prior authorizations, contributing to streamlined patient care.
- Coordinated patient intake, vitals, and medical histories for pain management appointments.
- Prepared exam rooms and sterilized instruments to support efficient clinical workflow.
- Assisted providers with injections, procedures, and in-office treatments.
- Documented patient information in electronic health records with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Managed appointment scheduling, referrals, and follow-up communications for continuity of care.
- Educated patients on pre-visit instructions, aftercare, and medication guidance.
- Supported insurance verification, prior authorizations, and referral processing.
- Maintained organized clinical supplies and ensured readiness for daily patient volume.
- 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.
Education
- Nursing Program
- Medical Assistant
Skills
Medication administration
Phlebotomy
EMR
Record Keeping
Computer Skills
Time management
Attention to Detail
Active Listening
Communication Skills
Patient Education
Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
- American Medical Technologist
- 2835853
Languages
English
Advanced
Spanish
Advanced
Date of Birth
25/10/1988
Personal Information
- Title: Registered Medical Assistant
- Date of Birth: 1988-10-25
"Love Me" award 2026
I received Love Me Award 2026 for UChicago Medicine Advent Health (Great Lakes Region). I was selected from regional nominees for demonstrating outstanding patient care, teamwork, and alignment with organizational values.
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Medical Group
02.2024 - CurrentRead More
Certified Medical Assistant
Loyola Medicine
09.2023 - 02.2024Read More
Medical Assistant
Premier Pain & Spine
06.2022 - 09.2023Read More
Float Medical Assistant
AMITA Health Medical Group
01.2019 - 06.2022Read More
Medical Assistant
Herron Medical Center
10.2011 - 11.2018Read More
Everest College
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Morton College
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