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Melissa Martinez

Aurora

Summary

Compassionate Medical Assistant with a knack for completing tasks efficiently and productively. Possess specialized skills in patient care, medical record management, and clinical procedures. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring seamless support to healthcare teams and providing exceptional service to patients. Fluent in English and Spanish.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant

Cara Mia Medical Day Spa & Dermatology Associates of Colorado
Aurora
11.2023 - Current
  • Provided assistance to medical staff (MD, PA, NP, and MOHS plastic surgeon) in performing minor skin cancer surgical procedures.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Collected possible skin cancer and rash samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Inspected equipment, such as surgical kits and soft tissue biopsy trays, to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
  • Administered lidocaine injections before performing biopsies and biologic medication injections as directed by the physician.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by reviewing patient history and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Assisted physicians during cosmetic procedures, such as Botox, dermal fillers, micro-needling, and PRP.
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.

Packaging Handler

Johnsons Storage and moving
Centennial
04.2019 - 10.2023
  • Set up boxes, bags, trays, wrapping paper and other materials for packaging operations.
  • Utilized hand tools such as tape guns and box cutters, when necessary.
  • Stacked boxes onto skids or pallets according to company standards.
  • Received instructions from supervisors regarding specific job duties.
  • Organized work areas to maintain a neat and orderly environment.
  • Assisted coworkers with various tasks as needed throughout the day.
  • Followed all established procedures related to labeling and packaging processes.

Cashier

Target
Aurora
06.2017 - 12.2018
  • Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.
  • Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.

Education

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of Aurora
Aurora, CO
12-2025

Skills

  • Case management
  • Time management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Data entry accuracy
  • Patient education
  • Medical terminology proficiency
  • Medical transcription
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Sterile technique
  • Medical procedures
  • Fluent in English and Spanish

Accomplishments

  • Partaker in Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) treatment study

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Cara Mia Medical Day Spa & Dermatology Associates of Colorado
11.2023 - Current

Packaging Handler

Johnsons Storage and moving
04.2019 - 10.2023

Cashier

Target
06.2017 - 12.2018

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of Aurora

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