Allison Anderson
Elk River,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant SR.
Minnesota Oncology
07.2003 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Assisted in the development of clinic policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Minnesota School of Business
Minneapolis, MN07.1993
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Scheduling
- Customer Service
- Medical terminology knowledge
Safety Officer, Mn Oncology , MG
I am currently the Safety at MN Oncology Maple grove. I have been in my position for 4 yrs, I maintain the safety of the clinic by following these guidelines
Safety walks will all new employees Meetings
- Committee members will attend the 4 quarterly meetings per year.
- If a replacement is sent to represent the clinic, it is not counted as an absence.
- Safety Walk-Through
- Safety walks must be completed and thoroughly documented (i.e. posted on the public drive) quarterly and at least two weeks prior to meeting.
- Safety Training
- The committee member will help to track the mandatory safety training required at their site:
- Annual Safety Refresher training will be made available in June with a completion goal of 60 days.
- New employees
- Follow up and site training must be completed within one week of receiving the Employee Safety Training Checklist from HR. HR will identify and notify the Safety Committee member what was covered during orientation and what remains within 1 week of orientation.
- The Safety Committee member must return this checklist to HR.
- Mantoux’s/Hepatitis
- Coordination of the new employee to get their 2nd Mantoux and the Hepatitis vaccine is to be performed by the Safety committee member.
- Policies and Procedures
- The Committee member will update the assigned site-specific policies and procedures.
- All policies must be reviewed upon joining the Safety Committee and then as updates occur.
- An SOP updates sign off sheet will be managed by the Safety Chair.
- Special Projects as developed by the safety committee
- The committee members will complete any assigned special projects.
- Email Communication
- It is an expectation that all safety team members consistently check their email for safety committee needs/discussions.
Timeline
Medical Assistant SR.
Minnesota Oncology
07.2003 - Current
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Minnesota School of Business
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