Kayla Carrera is seeking a position as a medical assistant. She has over 4 years of experience as a medical assistant. She is bilingual in English and Spanish and is certified in BLS, CPR, HIV counseling and testing, and trained in OSHA and HIPAA regulations. She has experience with clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, injections, vital signs, and assisting with minor surgeries. She also has experience with clerical skills like medical billing and coding, maintaining patient files, scheduling appointments, and acting as a liaison with insurance companies. She is currently pursuing further education at Keiser University.

1. Kayla Carrera
7314 Baja Court ♦ Tampa, Florida 33634 ♦ (813)505-3347♦ Email Kayla81613@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE
Looking for a position as a Medical Assistant utilizing expertise in medical assistanceand
administrative tasks to attain the uppermost level of patient care while maximizing the efficiency of
the facility.
MAJOR QUALIFICATIONS
●Over 4 years’ experience working as a Medical Assistant
●Bilingual English and Spanish
●BLS and CPR Certified
● HIV Counseling and Testing Certified
● OSHA and HIPAA trained
● Familiar with ICD-9 and CPT coding
CLINICAL EXCELLENCE
● Phlebotomy techniques ● Injections administration ● Vital signs
● Minor surgeries assistance ● Examination support ● Medical terminology
● Drug screening ● Patient education ● Medications dispensing
CLERICAL SKILLS
● Medical billing and coding ● Patients’ file maintenance ● Records maintenance
● Appointments scheduling ● Data entry: 60 WPM ● Insurance company liaison
EDUCATION
Keiser University Present
Concorde Institute Medical Assistant 06/2010
GED 05/2010
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Florida Urology Partners – Tampa, FL Nov 2014 – Present
Responsible for Medical billing and coding using coded data to produce and submit insurance
claims. Serve as a liaison with the insurance companies and answer patients billing questions.

2. Florida Department of Health Manatee County Bradenton, FL Oct 2012-Nov 2014
Outreach and Prevention Specialist
Serve as a key member in a busy health department. Managed and operated a Mobile Testing Unit
performing HIV and STD testing throughout Manatee County.
• Perform HIV and STD Testing in “high risk” areas
• Performed testing at local Correctional Facilities for both Juveniles and Adults
• Planned and organized outreach events
Tower Diagnostics – Tampa, FL Jan 2011-Oct2012
Medical Assistant
Responsible for preparing patients for exams by administering oral sedation and intravenous
injections. Ensured the cleanliness, sanitation and maintenance of all facilities, exam rooms and
equipment.
• Maintain supplies and equipment including keeping them clean and sterilized
• Complete patient documentation
• Update patient files and records
Family Doctors of Tampa – Tampa, FL May 2011-May 2012
Medical Assistant
Served as a key member in a busy family medical practice. Assisted two MDs as well as PA and RN
team in ensuring optimal patient care and smooth daily functioning of office.
• Consistently praised for efficient handling of administrative duties(e.g., answering phones,
scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records and patient processing) that allowed
doctors and nursing staff to focus on the health concerns of their patients.
• Demonstrated proficiency in taking patient medical histories and vital signs, as well as in
performing venipuncture, injections and various diagnostic procedures and ancillary tests
(e.g., EKG’s, chemistry analysisand urinalysis).
• Ensured the cleanliness, sanitation and maintenance of all facilities, exam rooms and equipment.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatments
• Administer injections and apply dressings
• Maintain supplies and equipment including keeping them clean and sterilized
• Schedule lab tests
• Complete patient documentation
• Update patient files and records

3. ADDITIONAL SKILLS
• Cheerful and pleasant disposition
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Profound ability to react calmly yet professionally in urgent situations
• Detail oriented and well-organized