Alexa Howell
Janesville
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with 20 years of expertise in supporting physicians and managing patient care and administrative tasks. Proficient in recording vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and maintaining accurate medical records. Proven track record of enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy. Contributed to improved clinical processes, resulting in increased patient flow and better care delivery.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant (Hematology/Onc))
UW Health
Madison
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Certified Medical Assistant (Urgent Care)
Prohealth
Mukwonago
10.2024 - 11.2025
- Performed routine lab tests and processed specimens accurately.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient care workflows.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Collected urine samples from patients.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
Certified Medical Assistant (Family Practice/OB
Pro Health
New Berlin
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for analysis.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Conducted diagnostic test, such as EKGs, in accordance with established protocols.
- Collected urine samples from patients for pregnancy tests when necessary.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
Certified Medical Assistant (Hematology/Onc)
UW Health
Madison
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided compassionate support to patients during visits and treatments.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
Certified Medical Assistant (Family practice)
Froedtert
Brookfield
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-ups efficiently.
- Administered medications and injections as directed by healthcare providers.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
Certified Medical Assistant (Pediatrics)
Aurora Health
Pleasant Prairie
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Assisted patients with medical histories and vital signs in a clinical setting.
- Coordinated patient appointments and managed scheduling for efficient operations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to support patient care and treatment processes.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
Certified Medical Assistant (Urgent Care)
Ascension
Racine
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Performed routine lab tests and processed specimens accurately.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient care workflows.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
Certified Medical Assistant (Hematology/Onc)
UW Health
Madison
06.2018 - 12.2021
- Provided compassionate support to patients during visits and treatments.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Provided support to patients by helping them fill out forms and answering their questions about health care services.
Certified Medical Assistant (Urgent Care/Occupational Health
Mercy Health
Janesville
11.2018 - 02.2021
- Urgent care/Occ Health
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
Education
Medical Assistant -
Blackhawk Technical College
Janesville, WI05.2005
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Telephone etiquette
- Train new employees in the department
- Problem-solving
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Schedule appointments
- Vital signs
- Stock supplies
- TB skin testing
- Drug screening testing
- Point of Care testing
- Covid testing
- Ear irrigation
- EKG's
- Injection administration
- Vision/Hearing testing
- Assist with minor procedures
- Venipuncture
Certification
• AAMA Certified, expires 10/31/26
• BLS-CPR, expires 08/01/26
• BLS-CPR, expires 08/01/26
Accomplishments
The Sunflower Award-Excellent patient care nominated by patient in 2025.
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant (Hematology/Onc))
UW Health
11.2024 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant (Urgent Care)
Prohealth
10.2024 - 11.2025
Certified Medical Assistant (Family Practice/OB
Pro Health
04.2024 - 09.2024
Certified Medical Assistant (Hematology/Onc)
UW Health
02.2023 - 02.2024
Certified Medical Assistant (Family practice)
Froedtert
11.2022 - 02.2023
Certified Medical Assistant (Pediatrics)
Aurora Health
06.2022 - 09.2022
Certified Medical Assistant (Urgent Care)
Ascension
12.2021 - 06.2022
Certified Medical Assistant (Urgent Care/Occupational Health
Mercy Health
11.2018 - 02.2021
Certified Medical Assistant (Hematology/Onc)
UW Health
06.2018 - 12.2021
Medical Assistant -
Blackhawk Technical College