Amanda Michele Mares
Willow Park,TX
Summary
Dedicated Certified Medical Assistant with 20 years of experience, skilled in patient care and phlebotomy. Strong interpersonal communication with talent effectively dealing with patients and staff alike. Detailed understanding of medical sector and regulatory obligations concerning it.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NRCMA/Phlebotomist
Baylor Scott & White Health
Willow Park, TX
12.2022 - Current
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Ensured patient comfort during blood draws to enhance overall experience.
- Informed patients about phlebotomy procedures and aftercare to promote understanding and compliance.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Sustained clean, safe, and organized work environment to support efficient phlebotomy services.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
NRCMA
Family Healthcare Associates
North Richland Hills, US
03.2013 - 09.2022
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Delivered injections, medications, and treatments following physician guidelines.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Informed patients about medications, procedures, and physician's instructions to improve understanding and adherence.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Supported healthcare providers during patient examinations and procedures to enhance care delivery.
Education
Diploma in Medical Assisting -
Remington College-Fort Worth Campus
Fort Worth, TX05-2006
Diploma -
Paschal High School
Fort Worth, TX05-2000
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Injection administration
- Patient Care
- Laboratory experience
- Medical Terminology
- Specimen storage
- Epic
- Centricity
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
Certification
• BLS (CPR and AED)
• NRCMA
• NRCMA
Additional Information
I am looking to take all the skills I have inherited and grow with a company, I feel I can see a long-term future with. I am at a point in my life I want to begin an exciting career and be part of a company I can be proud to belong to. I'm very dependable, responsible, hard working, team leader, team player, and I take my job very seriously. I can also be described as kind, friendly, polite, sincere, and I establish professional relationships with patients, sales reps, company liaisons, and with my fellow co-workers. I feel it's important to treat everyone with respect, as well as be respected.
Languages
English, Expert
Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
NRCMA/Phlebotomist
Baylor Scott & White Health
12.2022 - Current
NRCMA
Family Healthcare Associates
03.2013 - 09.2022
Diploma in Medical Assisting -
Remington College-Fort Worth Campus
Diploma -
Paschal High School