Alisha Carter
Wetumpka,AL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinically Certified Medical Assistant
UAB Medicine
05.2021 - Current
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
Traveling Medical Assistant
American Family Care, Inc
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
Patient Care Technician
Baptist Medical Center South
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake.
Education
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Fortis Medical College
Montgomery, AL11.2020
High School Diploma -
Tuscaloosa County High School
Northport, AL05.2017
Skills
- Procedure Assistance
- Patient-focused care
- BLS Certified
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Management
- Vaccine administration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Collecting vitals
- Chart updating
- Specimens collection
Timeline
Clinically Certified Medical Assistant
UAB Medicine
05.2021 - Current
Traveling Medical Assistant
American Family Care, Inc
11.2020 - 05.2021
Patient Care Technician
Baptist Medical Center South
01.2020 - 11.2020
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Fortis Medical College
High School Diploma -
Tuscaloosa County High School