Proven Medical Assistant with a track record of enhancing patient care and streamlining clinical operations at Dr. Scott Walsh's clinic. Expert in EMR/EHR and known for exceptional patient relations, significantly improving patient satisfaction. Skilled in medical terminology and compassionate support, consistently delivering results by prioritizing patient needs and clinic efficiency. I am also extremely skilled in the office side of clinic.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Dr. Scott Walsh
12.2017 - Current
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
Optimized appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Keeping his surgery scheduled accurate.
Making sure that his clinic schedule it scheduled appropriately.
Getting FMLA and medical records together for patients.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Get authorizations for MRIs and Surgery's.
Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
Returning phone calls to patients about clinical questions and also to set up appointments.
Emailing documentation
Letter dictation
Surgery Assistant
Dr. Hugh Burnett
01.2013 - 12.2017
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
Medical Assistant
Central Arkansas Pediatric Clinic
01.2009 - 01.2012
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
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.
Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide coordinated care for patients in various settings.
Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
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