NORA ELIANA ORTIZ MEJIA
Dahlonega
Summary
Passionate, dedicated, and highly motivated Medical Assistant and certified Medical Interpreter. Work closely with doctors to translate Spanish to English to bridge the gap of communications, facilitating the best medical treatment for patients. Developed a reputation four plus years of excellent patient care and superior communications with the flexibility and skills to work in either the front or back office. A team player, dedicated, loyal, and committed to excellence with an unsurpassed work ethic. Respected professional that welcomes the opportunity to be challenged by difficult situations and measured by results.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
NORTHSIDE PULMONARY AND SLEEP MEDICINE
06.2021 - Current
- Medical Assistant for a busy Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine office working closely with physicians.
- Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Medical Assistant
NORTH POINTE OB/GYN
10.2016 - 03.2020
- After successfully completing a 4-month internship, employed to work with patients in both the front and back office
- Assisted physicians by interpreting medical issues so they could effectively treat patients
- Select Accomplishments:
- Communicated with patients, interpreting for an average of 25 daily
- Contributed to efficient office operations by triaging patients by the severity of medical complaints
- Assisted doctors with Pap Smears, vaccines, and basic procedures
- Accompanied patients to examining rooms and collected medical history; took vital signs, weighed patients, took temperatures, and drew blood when required
- Input patient medical information into the computer system
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions
- Educated patients about medications, procedures, and physician's instructions to ensure a complete understanding
- Due to Covid-19, the clinic temporarily closed
Medical Assistant
GA HIGHLANDS MEDICAL SERVICES
08.2015 - 12.2015
- Successfully completed over 200 hours at the clinic to complete program
- Select Accomplishments:
- Assisted doctors with in-office procedures, including EKGs, Pap
- Smears, and vaccine injections
- Sanitized medical instruments and autoclave
Owner/Operator
ELIANA CLEANING SERVICES
01.2005 - 01.2013
- Launched, owned, and operated a residential cleaning business that grew from inception to over 30 regular clients bi- monthly across the Cumming area, including Big Canoe
- Select Accomplishments:
- Based on success of business, hired, and trained (2) employees to help serve the client base
- Advertised the cleaning service through Home Advisor that was effective and allowed prompt scheduling
- Providing estimates and communication with clients
- Handle all office administration, accounts receivables, and payroll
Education
GED -
North Carolina Community College
Cary, NCCertified MA - undefined
Lanier Technical College
Certified Medical Interpreter - undefined
University of Georgia
Skills
- Patient Advocate
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology
- Detail-Oriented
- Charting and Medical Records
- Outstanding Patient Care
- Team Player
- Computer Skills
- Proficient in
- Microsoft Office Suite:
- Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Affiliations
National Technical Honor Society (NTHS), Jun 2015
American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), CEU Credits 2020
Preventive Care
Phlebotomy Drawing from the Basics
Workplace Bullying
Accounts Receivables and Collection for Medical Practices
Fat Diets or Healthy Eating
Vitamin D Vital for Health
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- Medical Interpreter Spanish - English. University of Georgia, Gwinnett, GA - SEP 2019
- Basic Life Support
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant
NORTHSIDE PULMONARY AND SLEEP MEDICINE
06.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
NORTH POINTE OB/GYN
10.2016 - 03.2020
Medical Assistant
GA HIGHLANDS MEDICAL SERVICES
08.2015 - 12.2015
Owner/Operator
ELIANA CLEANING SERVICES
01.2005 - 01.2013
GED -
North Carolina Community College
Certified MA - undefined
Lanier Technical College
Certified Medical Interpreter - undefined
University of Georgia
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