Dynamic Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Far North Surgery and Surgical Oncology, excelling in patient scheduling and clinical documentation. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and meticulous record management. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and vital sign monitoring, ensuring a seamless healthcare experience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant/Surgery Scheduler
Far North Surgery and Surgical Oncology
01.2022 - Current
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Check patients in for appointments, Schedule follow up appointments
Check insurance benefits, Collect co pays at appointments
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Prior authorizations for surgery and medication
Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer any questions.
Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
Medical Assistant/Direct Access Surgery Scheduling
Alaska Digestive and Liver Disease
07.2016 - 06.2021
Chart prep
Vitals
Ordering supplies/Stocking exam rooms
Surgery scheduling
Prior authorizations for surgery and medications
Answering phones
Collecting records for upcoming appointments
Ordering medications
Ordering imaging
Sending referrals
Front desk reception
Scheduling new patients/Checking insurance benefits
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Charter College
Anchorage, AK
05-2012
Skills
HIPAA compliance
Patient scheduling
Medical terminology knowledge
Vital sign monitoring
EMR / EHR
Direct patient care
Clinical documentation/Data entry
In office procedure assistance
Specimens collection and processing
Insurance verification
Appointment setting
Medical office administration
Inventory and supply management
Payment collection
Wound care
Timeline
Medical Assistant/Surgery Scheduler
Far North Surgery and Surgical Oncology
01.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant/Direct Access Surgery Scheduling
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