April Harrison
Knoxville,Tennessee
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over ten years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Ky One Cardiology
London, KY
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Certified Medical Assistant
KY One Neurology
London, KY
01.2016 - 06.2019
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Phlebotomist
VA Hospital
Lexington, KY
09.2015 - 01.2016
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
Phlebotomist
UK Hospital
Lexington, KY
06.2015 - 09.2015
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Performed bedside tests like bleeding time tests and entered results into patient charts.
Mobile Technician
Exam One
LOUISVILLE, KY
05.2013 - 05.2015
- Practiced infection control standards at all times.
- Collected and tracked specimens.
- Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks 10 times per day.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Obtained blood specimens by performing fingersticks.
Cosemtologist
Hair Village
MC KEE, KY
09.2009 - 10.2014
- Researched latest trends in hair and makeup to stay updated on color, style and technique.
- Consulted with new clients, asking appropriate questions to understand needs and expectations for hair color, style and care.
- Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.
- Spoke with clients regarding health history, expectations, services and procedures for safety and customer satisfaction.
Deputy Clerk
Jackson County Courthouse
MC KEE, KY
01.2003 - 09.2009
- Tracked internal legal documents and verified submittal to Clerk's office for signature and execution to comply with predetermined guidelines.
- Prepared and executed official documents in Clerk's absence to facilitate timely transactions and departmental functions.
- Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations for internal and customer-facing needs.
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Attended relevant board and committee meetings and work sessions and prepared minutes of assemblies to maintain transparency of office.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
- Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South College
Knoxville, TN03.2022
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
South College
Knoxville, TN06.2020
Certification - Logistics And Materials Management
U.S. Navy Logistics
Meridian, MS11.2014
Certification - Medical Assisting
Medical Career & Technical College
Richmond, KY12.2012
Certification - Phlebotomy
Medical Career & Technical College
Richmond, KY12.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Somerset Community College
Somerset, KYCosmetology License - Cosmetology
South East School of Cosmetology
Manchester, KY09.1999
Skills
- Operating EKG Equipment
- Examination Preparation
- Time Management
- Cleaning and Organizing
- Updating Medical Records
- Blood and Tissue Collection
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Medication Administration
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Ky One Cardiology
06.2019 - 09.2019
Certified Medical Assistant
KY One Neurology
01.2016 - 06.2019
Phlebotomist
VA Hospital
09.2015 - 01.2016
Phlebotomist
UK Hospital
06.2015 - 09.2015
Mobile Technician
Exam One
05.2013 - 05.2015
Cosemtologist
Hair Village
09.2009 - 10.2014
Deputy Clerk
Jackson County Courthouse
01.2003 - 09.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South College
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
South College
Certification - Logistics And Materials Management
U.S. Navy Logistics
Certification - Medical Assisting
Medical Career & Technical College
Certification - Phlebotomy
Medical Career & Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Somerset Community College
Cosmetology License - Cosmetology
South East School of Cosmetology
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