Amber Forgy
Wood River,IL
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Interventional Pain Consultants, skilled in HIPAA compliance and patient care. Proven ability to enhance clinical workflow through effective EMR management and patient education. Committed to ensuring patient comfort and safety while assisting in procedures, fostering a positive healthcare environment.
Professional in healthcare with solid experience in clinical and administrative duties. Skilled in patient care, medical procedures, and electronic health records. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and delivering high-quality results. Reliable in fast-paced environments and adept at supporting medical staff and patients effectively.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Interventional Pain Consultants
07.2022 - 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.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
Medical Assistant
Anderson Medical Group
03.2019 - 07.2022
- 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.
- Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
Medical Assistant
Maple Street Public Health Clinic
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
- Improved clinical workflow with introduction of electronic health records system.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
Education
RMA - Medical Assisting
CALC
Alton, IL06-2017
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital sign monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Direct patient care
- Procedure assistance
- Sterilization techniques
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Interventional Pain Consultants
07.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Anderson Medical Group
03.2019 - 07.2022
Medical Assistant
Maple Street Public Health Clinic
06.2017 - 01.2019
RMA - Medical Assisting
CALC
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