Rowena Edusada
Mangilao ,Guam
Summary
Seasoned medical assistant with over 20 years of experience in clinics that served adults, children and babies. Prioritizes hard work , teamwork, and ethical considerations. Effectively multitask workloads with little to no supervision. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Marianas Physicians Group
Tamuning, Guam
08.2020 - Current
- Conduct patient intake processes, including obtaining medical histories, recording vital signs, and preparing examination rooms for patients.
- Assist physicians with procedures (IUD insertions and removals, PAP smears, colposcopies, endometrial biopsies, and minor surgeries).
- Administer vaccinations and medications as prescribed, maintaining accurate records. Conduct urine dip analysis, Strep A, and Influenza tests.
- Obtain pre-certification approval from the insurance health plan.
- Triage over 10 patients by phone and provide general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
Medical Assistant
Byungsoo kim, MD - Cardiology Clinic
Tamuning, Guam
01.2010 - 06.2020
- Obtained patient's vital signs, performed EKGs, prepared patients for stress tests, echocardiograms, pacemakers/AICD interrogations, applied holter monitors, and transcribed holter reports.
- Obtained patient's medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Answered phone calls, scheduled appointments, obtained pre-certification approval from health insurance.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Medical Assistant
Guam Dermatology Institute
Tamuning, Guam
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Obtained patient's vital signs.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Assisted physicians during examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures, including biopsies, cryotherapy, and laser treatments.
- Obtained pre-certification approval from health insurance.
Medical Assistant
Rai Bok Hong, MD- Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic
Tamuning, Guam
12.2001 - 12.2009
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Answered phone calls, scheduled appointments, and obtained pre-certifications from health insurance.
- Ensured that all instruments used were cleaned properly and sterilized.
Medical Receptionist
Guam Polyclinic
Tamuning, Guam
07.1998 - 11.2001
- Opened the building at the designated time and had all front desk activities fully operational at the start of business hours.
- Greeted and checked in patients, updating patient information in computer system.
- Scheduled patient appointments, verifying accuracy of appointment times with providers.
- Called patients to confirm scheduled appointments and obtain additional details.
- Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or administrative staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pangasinan
Philippines05-1993
High School Diploma -
Malasiqui, Catholic School
Philippines04-1988
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Obtaining vital signs
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Assessments
- Immunization Administration
- Preparing specimens and samples
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Equipment Sterilization
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Patient Scheduling
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Marianas Physicians Group
08.2020 - Current
Medical Assistant
Guam Dermatology Institute
11.2019 - 02.2020
Medical Assistant
Byungsoo kim, MD - Cardiology Clinic
01.2010 - 06.2020
Medical Assistant
Rai Bok Hong, MD- Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic
12.2001 - 12.2009
Medical Receptionist
Guam Polyclinic
07.1998 - 11.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pangasinan
High School Diploma -
Malasiqui, Catholic School
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