Lead Medical Assistant
CurrentAvance Care believes, in this ever-changing world of health care reform, an organization that is efficient, generates better outcomes, and provides exceptional patient experience, will always be successful. High-quality healthcare should be convenient, affordable, and efficient.I collaborate with a nurse practitioner and other providers to collect patient information systematically during primary care visits. Information includes the patient's medical history, current symptoms, and vital signs, among other relevant parameters. In addition, I perform various point-of-care tests such as urinalysis, urine micros, rapid strep, and rapid COVID/Flu, among others. Moreover, I am responsible for administering vaccines and therapeutic injections, applying glucose sensors and heart monitors, conducting electrocardiograms (EKGs) and X-rays, screening for diabetic retinopathy, performing venipuncture, ear irrigation, spirometry, and administering nebulizer treatments.My primary objective is to work collaboratively with the providers to ensure a comfortable and stress-free patient experience. I also use my bilingual skills to assist Spanish-speaking patients so that they better understand their healthcare. I thoroughly explain any tests or procedures and always come equipped with a positive attitude and a "masked" smile to provide the best care possible.