Amanda Valdez
BRIGHTON
Summary
Compassionate Mohs Medical Assistant with proven ability to complete tasks efficiently and produce high-quality work. Skilled in patient preparation, surgical assistance, and wound care management. Possess strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills essential for fast-paced environments. Excel in providing empathetic patient support and ensuring smooth clinical operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Mohs Medical Assistant
Dermatology Specialists
Northglenn
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted dermatologists during Mohs surgeries to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Prepared surgical instruments and ensured sterile environments for procedures, enhancing patient safety.
- Documented patient histories and updated electronic health records accurately.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and follow-up procedures, promoting effective recovery.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and ordered replacements, ensuring availability for procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness of treatment rooms between appointments by disinfecting surfaces and equipment.
Lead Medical Assistant
AFC Urgent Care
Aurora
09.2021 - 02.2024
- Collected and recorded patient medical histories and vital signs accurately.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured proper sterilization of tools.
- Administered vaccines and medications as directed by healthcare providers.
- Supervised and trained medical staff on proper procedures for patient intake, examinations and treatments.
- Provided direct patient care including wound care, venipuncture, IV insertion and management, medication administration, immunizations, and other treatments as prescribed by physician orders.
Surgical OB Technician
Lutheran Hospital
Wheat Ridge
06.2015 - 06.2021
- Assisted surgeons during cesarean sections and other surgical procedures.
- Prepared and maintained surgical instruments for efficient operation workflows.
- Monitored patient vital signs throughout surgical procedures to ensure safety.
- Restocked supplies in operating rooms between cases.
Education
National Certifed Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Concorde Career College
Aurora, CO 05.2021 - 04.2022
East High School
Cheyenne, WYSkills
- Assisting in surgeries
- Patient education
- EHR documentation
- Sterilization techniques
- Attention to detail
- Wound dressing
- Dermatology procedures
- Suture removal
- IV certification
Timeline
Mohs Medical Assistant
Dermatology Specialists
02.2024 - Current
Lead Medical Assistant
AFC Urgent Care
09.2021 - 02.2024
National Certifed Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Concorde Career College
05.2021 - 04.2022
Surgical OB Technician
Lutheran Hospital
06.2015 - 06.2021
East High School