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, Team Mom 2012 – Present ● Middletown Pop Warner Football, Team Mom 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