CPR certified through American Heart Association Certified Medical Assistant with over 15 years of experience in healthcare. Skilled in providing urology, dermatology, general surgery, nephrology and internal medicine care. Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Atrius Health Surgical/Medical Specialties
Quincy, MA
05.2010 - Current
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Practice Medical Assistant
Boston Medical Center Women's Health
Boston, MA
09.2007 - 05.2010
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
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