Claudia Alvarez
Phoenix
Summary
Dynamic Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Valleywise Community Health, excelling in patient assessments and medical records management. Proven ability to enhance patient care through compassionate communication and effective coordination. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and appointment setting, consistently contributing to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Valleywise Community Health
Phoenix
06.2022 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Prepared and maintained accurate medical records for each patient visit.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and health maintenance strategies.
- Coordinated communication between patients, physicians, and support staff effectively.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
General Laborer
Manuel's Home Care
Phoenix
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while working onsite.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks that needed to be completed.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Maintain and order proper quantity of supplies for each construction site.
Social Worker Assistant
Whittier Elementary School
Phoenix
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Carried out administrative duties such as filing, organizing and managing administration and teacher meetings.
- Supported teams by performing task politely and professionally.
- This was a volunteer experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
North High School
Phoenix05-2003
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
Maricopa Community Colleges, Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZSkills
- CPR
- Patient-handling equipment
- Medical records management
- Patient assessments
- Appointment setting
- Vital signs monitoring
- Customer service
- Direct patient care
- Stocking supplies
- Compassionate
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Valleywise Community Health
06.2022 - Current
General Laborer
Manuel's Home Care
05.2018 - 05.2021
Social Worker Assistant
Whittier Elementary School
08.2015 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
North High School
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
Maricopa Community Colleges, Phoenix College