Maria Cruz is a certified medical assistant seeking a position that utilizes her clinical and customer service skills. She has over 10 years of experience as a medical assistant and has provided hospice care. Maria has extensive medical skills including EKGs, phlebotomy, wound care, and catheter/colostomy care. She is currently employed as a medical assistant at Monmouth Family Medicine where she assists physicians and utilizes an EMR system. Maria is compassionate and hardworking with a desire to contribute to the growth of a medical organization.

1. MARIA CRUZ
18 Nautilus Drive, Leonardo, NJ 07737 • (917) 498-4165 • macruz027@gmail.com
Professional Medical Assistant who is compassionate and hardworking seeking a position utilizing both clinical and
customer service skills to favorably contribute to the growth of a medical organization.
Education
2013 Advantage Career Institute,Eatontown,NJ – Certified Medical Assistant
1992 Hair Design Institute, Brooklyn, NY; Cosmetology
1991 Wood Tobe-Coburn School,New York,NY; Office Administration
Certifications and Licenses
National Health Career Association: CMA, CPT,CET, CPCT
American Heart Association: AED/CPR Certified
OSHA Certified
State of New York: Cosmetology License
Medical Skills
EKG Phlebotomy Specimen Collection Laboratory Procedures Activities of Daily Living
Injections Wound Care Medical Terminology Patient Scheduling Colostomy/Catheter Care
Vital Signs Ambulation Patient Examination Microsoft Office Suite Centricity/EMR
Employment
Monmouth Family Medicine – Medical Assistant 1/2014 – Present
● Assist physicians in minor surgery.
● Assess patients and document all pertinent information in preparation for physicians.
● Complete knowledge and implementation of Centricity EMR and PCMH programs.
Maria’s Nanny Services – Live-Out Nanny (2 children from infant to toddler) 1/2010 – 6/2012
● Managed Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as meal preparation, potty training and dressing.
● Reinforced developmental skills such as reading, motor, social and reasoning.
● Administered medication as necessary.
Middletown Township School District – Lunch Para Substitute 2/2009 – 6/2010
New York City Department of Education – Lunch Para Substitute 9/2006 – 6/2008
● Assisted elementary school children with lunch while ensuring a safe,clean and pleasant environment.
Private Duty Care – Hospice Care Taker (3 end of life patients) 9/1994 – 4/2003
● Served as patient advocate during end of life stage.
● Managed Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, changing, and all other personal hygiene needs.
● Researched and interviewed doctors, medical facilities and best options to meet healthcare needs.
● Provided full care,administered medications and transported patients to doctor’s appointments.
Alexis Hair Care – Cosmetologist & Office Manager 1995 – 2001
● Developed a base of 100 repeat customers while performing hair cutting, styling and coloring services.
● Managed front and back office including inventory, electronic appointment scheduling and monetary transactions.
● Greeted, checked-in and checked-out all clients upon arrival and departure.
Volunteer Activities
● Middletown High School South Marching Band, Executive Board Member 9/2013 – Present
● Bayshore Middle School, PTA Secretary 9/2013 – 6/2014
● Middletown Lions Baseball Club, TeamMom 2012 – Present
● Middletown Pop Warner Football, TeamMom 2012 – 2013
● Alzheimer’s Assisted Living, Lincroft, Alzheimer’s Care Giver 4/2012 – 6/2012
● Monmouth Baptist Church, Vacation Bible School Teacher 2010 – 2011
● Girl Scout Council of Central and Southern NJ, Girl Scout Leader 2009 – 2011
● Greater Council of New York, Pack 313 Cub Scout Leader 2007 – 2012