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Christina Vargas

Smyrna

Summary

Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive experience in multiple specialties, skilled in clinical documentation and injections administration. Known for maintaining efficient patient flow and demonstrating a calm demeanor under pressure. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and quick problem-solving in fast-paced environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Christiana Care Health System
Newark
11.2021 - Current
  • Obtains patient history and measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height. Records information as appropriate. Documents chief complaints and all actions taken. Alerts the physician of problems and concerns while maintaining an efficient patient flow.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through charting, chart prepping, and data entry into the electronic health record system.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician. Collected, labeled, and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
  • Set up exam/procedure rooms, including instruments for minor procedures. Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and clinical areas. Maintained inventory logs, and restocked exam rooms when needed.
  • Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures. Acted as a chaperone during visits.
  • Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion, appointment scheduling, and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner to maintain operational efficiency.

Medical Assistant

Maternity & Gynecology Associates
Newark
11.2015 - 11.2021
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations. Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
  • Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
  • Prepared examination rooms with necessary equipment and supplies.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure smooth patient flow.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
  • Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.

Medical Assistant

Medical Oncology Hematology Consultants
Newark
11.2012 - 11.2015
  • Supported front desk operations by greeting patients and answering inquiries.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Stocking and maintaining the chemotherapy area.
  • Assisted as needed during chemotherapy reactions, and calling 911 dispatch.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.

Medical Assistant

Quality Family Physicians
Hockessin
03.2011 - 11.2012
  • Conducted vital sign checks and documented patient information accurately.
  • Prepared examination rooms with necessary equipment and supplies.
  • Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
  • Managed patient scheduling and coordinated follow-up appointments.
  • Maintained medical records using electronic health record systems.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, as requested by the physician.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.

Medical Assistant

Planned Parenthood
Wilmington
11.2006 - 02.2011
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
  • Conducted vital sign checks and documented patient information accurately.
  • Prepared examination rooms with necessary equipment and supplies.
  • Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.

Education

GED -

LaGuardia Community College
Long Island City, NY
12-2004

Skills

  • Medical terminology proficiency
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Medical procedures
  • Injections administration
  • Clinical documentation
  • Quick problem solver
  • Medical office administration

Certification

National Certification of Medical Assisting

BLS/ CPR Certified

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Christiana Care Health System
11.2021 - Current

Medical Assistant

Maternity & Gynecology Associates
11.2015 - 11.2021

Medical Assistant

Medical Oncology Hematology Consultants
11.2012 - 11.2015

Medical Assistant

Quality Family Physicians
03.2011 - 11.2012

Medical Assistant

Planned Parenthood
11.2006 - 02.2011

GED -

LaGuardia Community College

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