Ana Garcia
@anagarcia1
Clinical coordinator and experienced medical assistant focused on operations.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a clinical coordinator and seasoned medical assistant with extensive experience in surgery scheduling, clinic operations, and patient care within high-volume ambulatory and specialty settings. I consistently manage surgical schedules, coordinate across departments, and ensure timely, accurate documentation using Epic and other EMR systems.
My background includes supervising and mentoring clinical teams, verifying insurance and pre-authorizations, and maintaining regulatory and HIPAA compliance. I have delivered reliable patient communication and operational improvements across orthopedics, sports medicine, endocrinology, and pain practices.
I hold certifications including NRCMA and BLS, and bring strong skills in EMR systems, Microsoft Office/Excel, venipuncture, triage, and inventory/office management. I am driven to support efficient patient flow and high-quality clinical care in collaborative medical environments.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Surgery Scheduler Coordinator
Houston Methodist Hospital
Jul 2025 - Present (3 months)
Schedule outpatient surgical procedures across orthopedics, ENT, and ophthalmology at a high-volume ambulatory surgery center, ensuring Epic EHR accuracy and on-time case readiness while minimizing day-of-surgery disruptions.
Clinic Coordinator / Surgery Scheduler
Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Jan 2023 - Jul 2025 (2 years 6 months)
Oversaw daily clinic operations and coordinated surgical scheduling, pre-authorizations, and documentation to optimize patient flow and ensure accurate EHR records and timely surgical preparation.
Team Lead Medical Assistant
Minivasive Pain & Orthopedics
Mar 2019 - Dec 2022 (3 years 9 months)
Supervised and mentored medical assistants, managed patient intake and surgical coordination, maintained EHR records, and enforced clinical protocols to improve workflow and team performance.
Medical Assistant
The Endocrine Center
Jun 2019 - Mar 2020 (9 months)
Performed patient intake, diabetes-related clinical tasks, assisted with patient education and lab work, and maintained accurate EHR documentation to support chronic disease management.
Medical Assistant / Receptionist
Sugar Land Diabetes Center
Apr 2018 - Jun 2019 (1 year 2 months)
Managed front-desk operations, patient intake, basic lab specimen handling, injections, and EHR updates while supporting physicians and ensuring office organization and billing verification.
Medical Receptionist
Dr. Amin, Jamal M.D.
May 2017 - Apr 2018 (11 months)
Greeted patients, managed appointment scheduling, assisted with basic clinical tasks and specimen collection, and maintained accurate EHR records and office sanitation standards.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Fortis College
Diploma
2016 - 2017
Completed a diploma program at Fortis College in Houston from June 2016 to April 2017.
Lee High School
High School Diploma
2012 - 2016
Earned a high school diploma from Lee High School in Houston, completed May 2016.
Availability
Location
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