William Garcia
Durham
Summary
Dynamic Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates LLC, skilled in electronic medical records and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and adherence to HIPAA regulations. Bilingual in Spanish, committed to fostering a supportive environment while ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates LLC.
Acworth
07.2018 - Current
- Assisted physicians in performing gastrointestinal procedures and patient examinations.
- Prepared and organized examination rooms with necessary supplies and equipment.
- Collected and documented patient medical histories and vital signs accurately.
- Educated patients on pre- and post-procedure care instructions effectively.
- Communicated clearly with patients regarding test results and treatment plans regularly.
- 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.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- 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.
Medical Assistant
Piedmont Physicians Georgia Lung
Austell
01.2015 - 01.2018
- As a key member of a large practice that specializes in the Pulmonology health for adults. I currently rotate between eight pulmonologists by assist in daily flow of patient volume, using state of the art electronic medical records. Administration of Allergy test, Immunotherapy injections, administration of Specialty medications vaccinations.
- Work closely with the Allergy Dept. to make sure the Lab is cleaned and supplies are always stocked.
- Making sure expired meds are disposed of properly.
- Schedule appointments, triage phone calls, performmx rays, secretarial tasks, phlebotomy, Allergy injection, mixing of allergy vaccinations, vital signs.
- Put orders in for Physicians ex. CT scans, Bronchoscopy, PET scans, and refills.
- Work really close with a Pulmonologist who specializes in Sleep Apnea and Asthma and Allergy.
Front Desk Coordinator/ Medical Assistant
Premier Urology Group
Edison
05.2011 - 11.2012
- As a key member of a large practice that specializes in urologic health from pediatric to adult. I currently rotate between seven urologists by assist in daily procedures, using state of the art electronic medical records. Supervising over 15 co-workers and striving to give our patients loyal and excellent communication.
- Work closely with the office manager to ensure proper procedures and daily needs are being met by staff.
- Travel between three offices when needed.
- Scheduling of staff as well as keeping seven doctors schedule in order.
- Training of staff with new and updated office procedures of electronic medical records.
- Assist seven doctors on a daily basis with in office urologic procedures such as pelvic exams, and minimally invasive surgery’s
- Schedule appointments, receive money for bills, keep x ray and other medical records, perform secretarial tasks, and complete insurance forms.
Office Manager
Brunswick Medical Associates
East Brunswick
11.2004 - 03.2010
- As a key member of a healthcare team having the ability to perform, supervise and training for a busy Internal Medicine practice. Assist two MDs as well as performing Medical Assistant duties as well as ensuring optimal patient care and daily functioning of the office.
- Operate electrocardiograph (EKG), and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic test or call medical facility or department to schedule patients for tests.
- Demonstrated proficiency in taking patient medical histories and vital signs, as well as venipunctures and injections and various diagnostic procedures and ancillary tests (PT/INR, HbA1C, Microscopic Urinalysis, and 24hr. Holter monitor).
- Ensured the cleanliness, sanitation and maintenance of the exam rooms and equipment.
- Efforts ensured compliance with HIPAA and OSHA regulations.
- Ability to react effectively and calmly in emergency situations.
- Schedule appointments, receive money for bills, keep x ray and other medical records, perform secretarial tasks, and complete insurance forms.
- Keep billing records, enter financial transactions into Medisoft, and compute and mail monthly statements to patients.
Receptionist
East Brunswick Open Upright MRI
East Brunswick
04.2009 - 02.2010
- Multi tasking in various medical office procedures. With strong computer and customer services skills
- Proficient in Lytec scheduling, Master Scan (electronic medical records).
- Preparing medical records in order to set appointments for following days.
- Excellent team player, equally efficient and having a strong sense of self-motivation.
- Verifying patient insurance collect co pays and getting authorizing patient insurance.
- Utilized answering multi telephone system, faxing, scanning and filing.
Lab Coordinator
Manhattan Physicians Laboratory
East Brunswick
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Served as a responsible supervisor as a phlebotomist for a privately owned Laboratory inside the office of Brunswick Medical Associates.
- More than six year experience as phlebotomist.
- Supervising a small group of five.
- Working closely with students, MDs, and staff members.
- Responsible for the sterilizing and cleaning instruments.
- Outstanding customer communication skills.
- Excellent leadership skills.
- Proficiency in blood collection by venipuncture and capillary technique from patients of (14-99) years of age, urine drug screen collections, and paternity collections.
- Verified patient information, verified insurance information.
- Carefully followed all safety procedures during phlebotomy work.
- Handled phone calls from patients and doctors for scheduling appointments.
Ophthalmologist Assistant/Office Assistant
Phillips Eye Consultants, P.C.
North Brunswick
05.2003 - 11.2004
- Performed newly medical assistant skills and enhancement in the ophthalmology field.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained up to date patient files.
- Assisted two MDs with patient procedures ( Fluorescein angiograph which included injections).
- Responsible of opening and closing daily of the office.
- Checked IPO’s with TonoPen and Pachymetry.
- Glaucoma testing of the eye.
- Experience with ages from teen to adult.
Education
Certified - First Aid & CPR
09.2017
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Star Technical Institute
Edison, NJ04.2003
Skills
- Medical office management
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Electronic medical records
- HIPAA and OSHA compliance
- Patient support and advocacy
- Commitment to medical education
- CPR and first aid certification
Personal Information
Availability: Available for All Shifts
Reference
- Completed intern and was hire as Ophthalmologist Assistant/Office Assistant.
- Bradley, Phillips, MD, (732) 249-6101, 1543 Route 27 Ste 23, Somerset, New Jersey, 08873, Having studied Ophthalmology, Dr. Phillips has been trained to diagnose, treat and perform various types of surgeries for diseases, injuries, or trauma of the eye. Dr. Phillips treats disorders such as glaucoma, corneal tumors, cataracts, retinal disorders, conjunctivitis, astigmatism and ocular tumors, among others.
- Mandy Barnett (678) 551-3565, Atlanta Gastroenterology, Previous co-woker, Dallas, GA
- Tracy, Wein, (908) 839-8566, Premier Urology Group, Previous co-worker, 3 Golden Way, Farmingdale, NJ, 07727, Ultrasound Technician
- Iris, Lee, (908) 270-8806, Premier Urology Group, Previous co-worker, 1705 West St #206, Union City, NJ, 07087, Receptionist
Custom
Available for All Shifts
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates LLC.
07.2018 - Current
Medical Assistant
Piedmont Physicians Georgia Lung
01.2015 - 01.2018
Front Desk Coordinator/ Medical Assistant
Premier Urology Group
05.2011 - 11.2012
Receptionist
East Brunswick Open Upright MRI
04.2009 - 02.2010
Lab Coordinator
Manhattan Physicians Laboratory
01.2009 - 01.2010
Office Manager
Brunswick Medical Associates
11.2004 - 03.2010
Ophthalmologist Assistant/Office Assistant
Phillips Eye Consultants, P.C.
05.2003 - 11.2004
Certified - First Aid & CPR
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Star Technical Institute