Patricia G Valdez-Avendano
Phoenix
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with experience in patient intake, clinical documentation, and vital sign monitoring. Skilled in coordinating appointments and managing electronic health records, dedicated to enhancing patient experiences and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
St Vincent De Paul Society
Phoenix, AZ
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in patient intake processes, ensuring accurate data collection and verification.
- Administered routine vaccinations and medications under physician supervision, maintaining compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling, optimizing patient flow and reducing wait times.
- Managed electronic health records system, ensuring up-to-date patient information for healthcare providers.
- Provided support during examinations, facilitating effective communication between patients and medical staff.
- 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.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Contributed to clean and safe clinic environment by adhering to sanitation protocols.
- Facilitated positive patient experience, greeting patients warmly and providing clear directions within clinic.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer any questions.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Medical Assistant Intern
Williams Family Medicine
Phoenix, AZ
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Check Patients chart and update with vitals and medical history
- Answer phone calls & schedule appointments
- Sanitize, Stock, and organize exam rooms
- Perform medication injections
- Collected any outstanding pay
Babysitter
Self-employeed
Phoenix, AZ
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and engagement in a nurturing environment.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Provided care for a 1 year-old 5 days a week 7am-6pm
Education
Medical Assistant -
Allen School Of Health Sciences
Phoenix, AZ04-2022
High School Diploma -
Grad Solutions LLC
Phoenix Az07-2021
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Vital sign monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Phlebotomy
- CPR
- Appointment setting
- Fluent in spanish
Certification
- Honor Roll 2021, Allen School Of Health Sciences
- Perfect Attendance 2021 Allen School Of Health Sciences
- American Medical Technologist. Community Member 2021
- Students Learning for HOPE 2021-2022
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Medical Assistant
St Vincent De Paul Society
08.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant Intern
Williams Family Medicine
02.2022 - 04.2022
Babysitter
Self-employeed
03.2021 - 05.2021
Medical Assistant -
Allen School Of Health Sciences
High School Diploma -
Grad Solutions LLC