Lizette Rodriguez
Peoria
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with background in providing support to physicians, handling patient care tasks, and managing administrative duties. Skilled in recording vital signs, preparing patients for examination, and maintaining medical records with confidentiality and accuracy. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy. Contributed to streamlining clinical processes resulting in more efficient patient flow and enhanced care delivery.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Medical Assistant
HonorHealth
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient appointments and maintained accurate scheduling records.
- Collected and documented patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Supported front office operations by answering phones and greeting patients warmly.
- 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.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- 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.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Float Medical Assistant/Front Desk Receptionist
Evernorth Care Group
05.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-ups efficiently.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured cleanliness and organization.
- Collected vital signs and documented patient information accurately.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- 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.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Medical Assistant
Affiliated Dermatology
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted with patient intake and documentation in a fast-paced dermatology clinic.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured availability of necessary medical supplies.
- Educated patients on skincare routines and post-treatment care instructions.
- Conducted preliminary assessments, including vital signs and medical history collection.
- Supported dermatologists during procedures by providing necessary instruments and materials.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Assisted dermatologists in performing minor surgical procedures including biopsies and excisions.
Education
Medical Assisting Completion of Program -
Carrington College
06.2023 - 05.2024
Skills
- Communication
- Efficient
- Hard working
- Fast learner
- Empathetic
- Patience
- Patient care
- Medical documentation
- EHR management
- Appointment scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Patient education
- Clinical operations
- HIPAA compliance
- Payment collection
- Data entry
- Certified in basic life support (BLS)
- Medical terminologies
Awards
Mentor, Carrington College, Awarded the mentor tassel for assisting classmates with questions or troubles.
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Medical Assistant
HonorHealth
04.2025 - Current
Float Medical Assistant/Front Desk Receptionist
Evernorth Care Group
05.2024 - 03.2025
Medical Assistant
Affiliated Dermatology
03.2024 - 05.2024
Medical Assisting Completion of Program -
Carrington College
06.2023 - 05.2024