Cynthia Kasrawi

Dedicated Medical Assistant with over 15 years of experience providing comprehensive patient care and administrative support in diverse healthcare settings. Proficient in scheduling, patient intake, vital sign assessment, wound care, diagnostic test ordering, and assisting with minor procedures. Possesses expertise in EKG, GTT, Hemocult, Hgb/Hct testing, and insurance referrals.

Committed to ensuring efficient clinic operations and exceptional patient service, leveraging a strong foundation in medical assisting protocols and a history of academic excellence.

Medical Assistant - Kaiser Permanente

(2008-11)

• Managed patient scheduling and appointments.
• Monitored and recorded patient vital signs.
• Maintained and stocked medical rooms.
• Handled and relayed patient messages and correspondence.
• Administered wound dressing changes.
• Ordered X-rays and processed requests through RIS (Radiology Information System).
• Managed electronic referrals (E-referrals).
• Coordinated patient care for pre-operative procedures.
• Supported fracture clinics with patient management.
• Prepared clinics for patient flow and appointments.
• Facilitated patient processing for X-ray and cast room procedures.
• Assisted in hip injections utilizing fluoroscopic guidance.

Medical Assistant - Nurse Finders

(2007-10 - 2009-11)

• Coordinated patient scheduling and appointments.
• Recorded patient vital signs.
• Ensured stocking and organization of medical supply rooms.
• Transmitted patient messages and managed correspondence.
• Conducted health appraisals and screenings.
• Performed Pap smears as part of routine gynecological care.
• Applied wound dressings and monitored healing.
• Ordered diagnostic imaging, including X-rays, and managed RIS (Radiology Information System) entries.
• Processed electronic referrals (E-referrals) for specialized care.
• Prepared patients for pre-operative assessments and procedures.
• Assisted in fracture clinics, providing patient support.
• Organized and prepped clinics for optimal patient flow.
• Processed patients for radiological examinations and cast room procedures.
• Provided assistance during hip injections under fluoroscopic guidance.

Medical Assistant - Neighborhood Healthcare Clinic

(2006-01 - 2007-09)

• Provided assistance during endoscopic biopsies (Endo BX).
• Applied bandages and dressings to wounds.
• Operated Pulse Oximetry equipment to monitor patient oxygen saturation and pulse rate.
• Performed Glucose Tolerance Tests (GTT), Hemocult tests, and Hemoglobin/Hematocrit (Hgb/Hct) analyses.
• Assisted with incision and drainage (I&D) procedures.
• Conducted and reported on electrocardiograms (EKG).
• Submitted insurance prior authorizations and referrals.
• Assisted with shave biopsies.
• Administered injections as prescribed.
• Scheduled patient appointments and managed the appointment calendar.
• Performed ear lavages for cerumen removal.
• Managed patient check-in procedures and recorded vital signs.
• Sterilized surgical instruments using an autoclave.
• Prepared and labeled specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Conducted urinalysis and pregnancy tests.
• Operated a multi-line telephone system to manage incoming and outgoing calls.
• Facilitated well-child check-ups, including physical examinations.
• Administered vaccines to both adult and pediatric patients.

Medical Assistant - BuenaVentura Medical Group

(2005-09 - 2005-12)

• Supported staff during endoscopic biopsies (Endo BX).
• Applied bandages and dressings to support wound healing.
• Operated Pulse Oximetry to measure vital signs.
• Conducted Glucose Tolerance Tests (GTT), Hemocult tests, and Hemoglobin/Hematocrit (Hgb/Hct) tests.
• Assisted with minor surgical procedures involving incision and drainage (I&D).
• Performed and documented electrocardiograms (EKG).
• Managed insurance prior authorizations and referral submissions.
• Aided in the execution of shave biopsies.
• Administered therapeutic and prophylactic injections.
• Scheduled patient appointments efficiently.
• Provided ear lavage services.
• Completed patient check-ins and recorded vital signs.
• Maintained sterility of surgical equipment via autoclave.
• Prepared specimens for transport and analysis.
• Performed urinalysis and pregnancy testing.
• Managed communications using a multi-line telephone system.

Medical Assistant - Dr. Razi, Cardiology - La Mesa

(2005-04 - 2005-05)

• Assisted physicians during minor surgical procedures.
• Performed and documented electrocardiograms (EKG).
• Verified insurance prior authorizations for procedures and appointments.
• Filed and organized patient medical records.
• Operated autoclave for sterilization of medical instruments.
• Managed patient check-in and recorded vital signs.
• Scheduled patient appointments.

Medical Assisting Diploma - Medical Assisting - Remington College - San Diego Campus

Certificate - Healthcare - ROP Healthcare Occupation

High School Diploma - Santana High School