Tamara Vizcarra
@tamaravizcarra
Dedicated Medical Assistant with experience in patient care and support.
What I'm looking for
I am a hardworking and dedicated Medical Assistant with extensive experience in patient care and support. My journey in the medical field began with my certification as a Medical Assistant, where I excelled in my studies and developed a strong foundation in medical terminology and patient management. I pride myself on my ability to work under pressure, ensuring that patients receive the highest level of care in busy environments.
Throughout my career, I have held various roles, including Family Advocate and In-home Medical Assistant, where I have supported families in achieving their health goals and provided compassionate care to elderly patients. My bilingual skills in English and Spanish have allowed me to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations, ensuring that their needs are understood and met. I am committed to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest healthcare practices to enhance my skills and provide the best support possible.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Family Advocate - Translator
People Incorporated of Virginia
Oct 2022 - Apr 2024 (1 year 6 months)
Supported family well-being and ensured child safety at home and school, maintaining attendance records and conducting home visits to assess family needs and set goals. Managed and updated children's files, reminded parents about yearly check-ups and immunizations, and encouraged healthy dental hygiene routines. Referred families to community resources and provided guidance, while also educating t
Head Start Family Advocate - Translator
People Incorporated of Virginia
Oct 2022 - Apr 2024 (1 year 6 months)
Helped and supported family well-being, ensuring child safety at home and school. Managed attendance, conducted home visits to assess family needs, and kept children's files updated. Communicated with families to provide guidance, educated them on transitions, and held monthly parent meetings.
In home Medical Assistant
Elderly in home Care services
Sep 2022 - Dec 2022 (3 months)
Assisted patients with daily activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, and provided daily massages to promote circulation and skin hydration. Encouraged and assisted with daily exercises, prepared well-balanced diets according to doctor's recommendations, and ensured timely medication intake. Recorded daily activities, food/drink intake, medications, and overall well-being,
In Home Medical Assistant
Elderly In Home Care Services
Sep 2022 - Dec 2022 (3 months)
Assisted elderly patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, promoting circulation and skin hydration. Encouraged daily exercises and prepared well-balanced diets according to doctor's recommendations. Managed medication schedules, recorded daily activities, and monitored patient vitals.
Certified Medical Assistant
Ashburn Walk-in Clinic & Primary Care
Apr 2016 - Dec 2016 (8 months)
Greeted and roomed patients, obtained vital signs, and recorded patient history into the EMR system. Performed in-house laboratory tests by drawing patient blood and aided physicians during various procedures. Cleaned and replenished exam rooms as needed, answered phone calls, and gathered patient demographic information for system entry.
Clinical Technician I - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit
Inova Fairfax Hospital
Apr 2016 - Nov 2016 (7 months)
Assisted nurses with patient-related care, regularly taking and inputting vital signs into the EHR, and discussing patient progress with nursing staff. Supported patients with routine walks, aided them in getting up from bed, and ensured their safety to and from the bathroom. Prepared rooms with necessary equipment and supplies for post-surgery patients, informed staff of incoming patients, and pe
Clinical Technician I
Inova Fairfax Hospital
Apr 2016 - Nov 2016 (7 months)
Assisted nurses with patient care, regularly taking and inputting vital signs into EHR. Supported patient mobility, ensuring safety during movement and personal care. Prepared rooms with necessary equipment and supplies for post-surgery patients, informing staff of incoming arrivals.
Medical Receptionist
Virginia Women's Health Associates
Aug 2015 - Nov 2015 (3 months)
Greeted and roomed patients, answered incoming calls, and obtained and updated patient demographics. Verified insurance information, collected patient payments, and accurately entered patient information into the EMR system. Maintained a clean and organized workplace to ensure efficient operations.
Medical Receptionist
Virginia Women's Health Associates
Aug 2015 - Nov 2015 (3 months)
Greeted and roomed patients, managing incoming calls and updating patient demographics. Verified insurance information and collected patient payments. Entered patient information into EMR and maintained a clean, organized workplace.
Certified Medical Assistant
Ashburn Walk-in Clinic & Primary Care
Feb 2015 - Sep 2015 (7 months)
Greeted and roomed patients, obtaining vitals and recording patient history in EMR. Performed blood draws for laboratory tests and assisted physicians in procedures. Managed exam room cleanliness, answered phone calls, and handled patient demographics, insurance eligibility, and payments.
Certified Medical Assistant
Ashburn Walk-in Clinic & Primary Care
Feb 2015 - Sep 2015 (7 months)
Checked on insurance eligibility and collected patient payments, accurately adding them into patient accounts. Ordered necessary medical supplies to maintain adequate stock levels.
Medical Receptionist
Burke Pediatrics, LCC
Aug 2014 - Dec 2014 (4 months)
Scheduled patient appointments and managed incoming calls, directing them appropriately. Balanced batches and reconciled cash, ensuring insurance eligibility. Posted patient payments and organized patient charts according to daily schedules.
Medical Receptionist
Burke Pediatrics, LCC
Aug 2014 - Dec 2014 (4 months)
Scheduled patient appointments and efficiently answered and directed incoming patient calls. Balanced batches and reconciled cash payments, while greeting and rooming patients. Ensured insurance eligibility, posted patient payments, and obtained patient demographics for insurance filing.
Medical Receptionist/CSR
Comprehensive Sleep Care Center
Jan 2013 - Apr 2014 (1 year 3 months)
Scheduled patient appointments and handled incoming patient calls. Ensured correct posting of allowances, adjustments, and write-offs, processing electronic payments. Managed all incoming mail, posted Durable Medical Equipment charges, and handled insurance/patient payment posting.
Medical Receptionist/CSR
Comprehensive Sleep Care Center
Jan 2013 - Apr 2014 (1 year 3 months)
Scheduled patient appointments and managed incoming patient calls, ensuring allowances, adjustments, and write-offs were correctly posted. Processed electronic payments and handled all incoming mail efficiently. Responsible for posting all insurance and patient payments, and printed secondary insurance claims for mailing with primary EOBs.
Medical Assistant (Extern)
Loehmannh's Walk-In Clinic
Feb 2012 - May 2012 (3 months)
Assisted with administrative duties and answered phones, greeting and prepping patients for procedures. Obtained patient vitals, updated test results, and scheduled medical screenings. Assisted with patient examinations and procedures.
Medical Assistant (Extern)
Loehmannh’s Walk-In Clinic
Feb 2012 - May 2012 (3 months)
Answered phones and assisted with various administrative duties, while greeting and prepping patients for procedures. Obtained patient vitals and updated patient test results and vital statistics. Scheduled patients' medical screenings and followed up to obtain results, also assisting with patient examinations and procedures.
Tutor
International Study Group
Jan 2008 - Dec 2011 (3 years 11 months)
Assisted students with various subject matters, helping them prepare for tests and exams. Provided academic support and guidance to improve student comprehension and performance.
Tutor
International Study Group
Jan 2008 - Dec 2011 (3 years 11 months)
Assisted students with various subject matters, providing comprehensive support for tests and exams. Guided students through challenging concepts and helped them develop effective study strategies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Medtech Institute
Certified Medical Assistant, Medical Assisting
Completed a Certified Medical Assistant program, gaining proficiency in medical office management, computerized processes, and data entry. Developed a strong working knowledge of medical terminology to accurately record and interpret patient information.
Heritage High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
Activities and societies: Tutor for International Study Group (2008-2011)
Obtained a high school diploma. Participated in extracurricular activities as a tutor for the International Study Group.
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Job categories
Interested in hiring Tamara?
You can contact Tamara and 90k+ other talented remote workers on Himalayas.
Message TamaraFind your dream job
Sign up now and join over 85,000 remote workers who receive personalized job alerts, curated job matches, and more for free!
