Open To Work
Alice Weathington
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Kaiser Permanente, excelling in patient care coordination and EMR management. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and attention to detail. Skilled in vital sign monitoring and HIPAA compliance, ensuring safety and comfort during examinations and procedures.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Medical Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
03.2013 - 12.2025
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Medical Assistant/Receptionist
Good Samaritan Cardiology
02.2008 - 07.2012
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Coordinated referral processes, effectively liaising between patients, providers, and specialists for seamless care transitions.
- Managed high call volumes with professionalism, efficiently handling inquiries and relaying messages to relevant staff members.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting
Boston Reed College
St. Helena, Ca.Skills
- Patient care coordination
- Medical terminology
- HIPAA compliance
- EMR / EHR
- Patient scheduling
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Equipment sterilization
- Immunization administration
- OB/GYN procedures
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
Language
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
03.2013 - 12.2025
Medical Assistant/Receptionist
Good Samaritan Cardiology
02.2008 - 07.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting
Boston Reed College