OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position as a Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomist/Care giver where I can
utilize my present skills and enhance my knowledge in the medical field.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

 * Around eight years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
 * Strong ability to communicate effectively and clearly in Spanish and English
to
 Patients and other employees of the organization (Both written and oral
communication).
 * Good ability to manage concerns of patients and employees in a professional
manner.
 * Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high volume setting.
 * Excellent, clerical, computer and interpersonal skills.
 * Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and push up to 200 pounds on wheels.
 * Sound ability to hear staff on the phone and those who are served in person.
 * Demonstrated ability to work in a busy clinic and multi-program environment.
 * Worked from infants to elderly people.

CLINICAL SKILLS

 * Vital Signs.
 * Venipuncture.
 * EKG.cc
 * Ear Irrigation.
 * Suture Removal.
 * Health Histories.
 * Asepsis & Infection Control.
 * Autoclave & Sterilization.
 * Specimen Collection: Venipuncture, Capillary Puncture.
 * Diagnostic Testing: Urinalysis, Pregnancy testing, Rapid Strep, Hct, Hgb,
Fecal Occult
 Blood Testing, Glucometer, PKUs, PPD, ESR
 * Administration of Medications: Enteral & Parenteral
 * Physical Therapy: US, TENS, Traction, Massage, Hot & Cold Modalities
 * Trained in HIPPA & OSHA regulations.
 * Trained as a Medical Assistant.

ADMINISTRATIVE SKILLS

 * Medical Terminology.
 * Health Records Management.
 * Reception and Phone Skills.
 * Proficient in Microsoft word and Excel.
 * Appointment Setting.
 * Written and verbal communication skills.
 * Bilingual (Spanish and English).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Melrose park Clinic - Melrose park, Illinois Feb' 07 - Jan' 10

 * Interview patients, measure vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature,
blood pressure,
 Weight, height and record information on patients' charts.
 * Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.
 * Drape patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.
 * Hand instruments and materials to doctor as directed.
 * Clean and sterilize instruments.
 * Inventory and order medical supplies and materials.
 * Operate electrocardiograph (EKG), and other equipment to administer routine
diagnostic
 Test or call medical facility or department to schedule patients for tests.
 * Give injections or treatments, and perform routine laboratory tests.
 * Schedule appointments, receive money for bills, keep x ray and other medical
records,
 * Perform secretarial tasks, and complete insurance forms.
 * Key data into computer to maintain office and patient records.
 * Worked extensively with prenatal patients in OB-GYNE
 * Established new practices to increase efficiency in patient exercises.
 * Hands on experience on Ultra sound, TENS, Traction, Massage, Hot & Cold
Modalities,
 Range of Motion and Exercises.

Alltrust Home Healthcare -, Hindsale, Illinois Apr' 08 - July'09

 * Provided care for an elderly client around the clock, preparing meals and
assisting with activities
 * of daily living.
 * Monitored medical condition a daily basis and alerted the VNA or the
phsyician when necessary.
 * Personally assisted a quadriplegic as a live-in caregiver.
 * Ran errands, cooked healthy meals, and drove client to appointments.
 * Helped bath the client and completed routine household duties.
 * Provided non -medical in home care and assistance for seniors and disabled
adults.
 * Closely worked with and monitored patients suffering from Alzheimer's
disease.
 * Provided cooking, cleaning, and companionship.
 * Demonstrated unwavering patience and understand diffused extremely anxious
and traumatic
 situations for confused patients.

Midwest Family Medicine, Inc - Bloomingdale, IL Nov' 06 - Feb'07

 * Efficiently managed the front desk in areas of computerized processes
utilizing the Medical
 * Manager to handle scheduling, billing and collections, medical records.
 * Preparing Patients for exams by taking vital signs and record information in
patient's chart.
 * Prepare treatment rooms for examination.
 * Assist the physician with exams.
 * Collect specimens and order supplies.
 * Performs intramuscular and intradermal injections.
 * Assisted physicians in minor surgeries like pap smears, boil removal, cyst
removal & mole
 Removal.
 * Prepared patients/rooms for physical examinations; interviewed patients to
obtain medical
 Histories; explained treatment procedures; sterilize equipment and properly
dispose of
Contaminated supplies.
 * Handled medical equipment and instruments including sterilizer , large/small
curette, Iris
Scissors and scalpel handle.
 * Coordinated and followed up on daily laboratory-related procedures and
communications
 * Trained personnel in all areas of front desk management and patient
relations, ensuring
 * Open line of communication between patients, staff and physicians with
demonstrate
Efficiency and confidentiality.
 * Acted as liaison between patients and staff to address and/or resolve
problems, inquires
And concerns including test results and topical prescription renewals

Melrose Park Clinic - River Grove, Illinois May' 02 - Nov' 06

 * Performed medical reception administrative duties.
 * Performed routine clinical functions including vital signs, weight, blood
pressure, and urine
 Sugar/protein dips.
 * Record data collected in appropriate chart form.
 * Relayed patient observation report to the health providers.
 * Performed lab procedure as assigned, collected labels, and processed all
specimens including
Stool, urine, Pap smear, and EKG.
 * Maintained supply inventory and cleanliness of examination rooms, equipment,
and work
 Area.
 * Stocked and maintained exam rooms.
 * Pulled and prepared all charts for upcoming appointments.
 * Involved in filing of charts & prescription requests.
 * Referred patients to specialists.

St. Elizabeth Hospital - West Town clinic, Chicago, IL May'01 - Apr' 02

 * Schedule patient for physical therapy and intake registration.
 * Review quote of benefits for insurance coverage and relaying and liabilities
to patient.
 * Organized and Institution, Washington - 2005
 * Trained as a medical Assistant esp. prepared patient charts.
 * Responsible for uploading/downloading of all therapist dictations.
 * Ensured efficiency and professionalism in front office procedures and
courteous administrative care

Life Source Blood Services, River grove, IL Jun' 97 - Aug' 99

 * Worked as a phlebotomist.
 * Scheduled Appointments.
 * Collected medical histories, performed HGB/HCT tests and Vital signs.
 * Checked eligibility status of the blood donor.
 * Made sure that the patient is ok after the blood donation and offered
refreshments.
 * Stocked and maintained exam rooms.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

 CPR Certified
 * C.N.A. Triton college, River Grove, IL - 1994 to present Registered with
IDPH
 * Certified phlebotomist, Wilbur wright College, Chicago, IL - 1999
 * Certified Medical Terminology, Wilbur wright college, Chicago, IL - 1999
 * Certified In EKG/phlebotomy, Wright college, Chicago, IL - 2000
 * Certified in physical therapy aide, Stratford Career Institute- Washington
D.C.-2004
Certified in Medical Assistant and trained, U.S. Career Institute-
Colorado-2010
Registered Medical Assistant with American Medical Technologist Rosemont, IL
April 2011