Amber Sachak
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Certified Medical Assistant for 10+ Years enjoys working in fast-paced environment handling confidential paperwork, administering medications and injections while providing quality patient care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Gastroenterology of community south
10.2024 - Current
- Rooming patients, obtaining vitals, scheduling patients for surgery. Maintains refill pool for medication refills.
Orthopedic specialist
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Requested medical records from previous physicians to support patient consultations and confirmed patient medications, allergies, and family history.
- Coordinated specialist workflows across cross-functional teams and daily priorities.
- Analyzed requests and prepared accurate documentation for internal review.
- Managed communication with stakeholders regarding status, needs, and follow-up actions.
Medical assistant
Riley Pediatric General Surgery
02.2021 - 04.2023
- Received and processed urgent referrals. Direct communication with physicians. Created patient charts for new patients in corner. Verified patient information to maintain accurate medical records. Obtaining outside records for referral process. Coordinated imaging requests with outside facilities. Confirmed insurance coverage. Scheduling radiology request. Communicated appointment details to families via email or phone to keep them informed. Scheduling follow up appointments.
- Supported pediatric surgery visits with rooming, vitals, and patient preparation.
- Documented encounters in electronic health records for general surgery patients.
- Coordinated appointments, referrals, and follow-up care with families and providers.
Certified medical assistant
Family Medicine Center
10.2013 - 02.2021
- I am in charge of the pain clinic; I also assist with ordering immunizations, making sure that all expired medication is disposed of. Received employee of the year award in 2014 and 2015. Received staff member of the year award in 2014 and 2015. Attended several super user meetings and enrolled in leadership classes to enhance departmental efficiency. I am iv trained and am currently being checked off to perform this duty on my own. Administered immunizations to children at the MDwise clinic. Updated and recorded patient information, ensuring accurate communication with physicians to support patient care. I have assisted in minor procedures such as coloscopies, biopsy, iud placements and removals. Performing urine dips, urine pregnancy test, point of care testing, and venipuncture. Led team to achieve departmental goals for my department. Oversaw daily operations of pain clinic over the pain clinic.
- Supported patient intake and rooming at family medicine center outpatient visits.
- Recorded vital signs and updated electronic health records for primary care patients.
- Assisted physicians with exams, procedures, and clinic prep in family medicine center.
Medical Assistant
On assignment
Indianapolis, In
10.2013 - 10.2013
- Provided on-site assistance to multiple offices during visits.
- Assisted pediatric surgery patients with intake, vitals, and room preparation.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated follow-up care for surgical families.
- Prepared exam rooms with sterile supplies and pediatric surgical equipment.
Medical Assistant
Pediatric Associates of Greenwood
Greenwood, In
03.2011 - 09.2013
- Brought patients back and took vital signs to prepare for their appointments. I gave immunizations and updated shot records, assisted in the flu clinic once a year. Supported doctor during patient examinations with collecting urine samples for testing. Worked in triage room managing patient calls to ensure timely communication and care. I filled in at the front desk, answering phones and checking in and out patients. I also collected copays
- Assessed pediatric general surgery patients for intake and visit readiness.
- Prepared exam rooms for pediatric surgical consultations and procedures.
- Documented histories, medications, and allergies in electronic medical records.
Medical Assistant
Honey Grove Family Medicine
Greenwood, In
09.2009 - 03.2011
- I would bring patients back. Gathered vital signs to assist healthcare providers in assessing patient health. including blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, respirations, weight and height. Managed ordering of immunizations and office supplies to ensure availability for patient care. Checked patients in and updated personal information at front office, enhancing patient experience and workflow efficiency. I assisted in minor procedures.
- Supported pediatric surgery team with patient intake and rooming at specialty clinic
- Recorded vital signs and updated medical histories in electronic health records
- Prepared exam rooms and surgical supplies for pediatric general surgery visits
Education
High school diploma -
Southport High school
Indianapolis, INDiploma - Physical Therapy Assistant
Medtech College
Indianapolis, INDiploma - Medical Assistant
Kaplan College
Indianapolis, INSkills
- Assisting with procedures
- Injection preparation
- Venipuncture
- IV trained
- Immunization administration
- Point-of-care testing
- Electronic health records
- Patient documentation
- Basic life support
- Cardiac monitoring
- Pulmonary function testing
- Medical terminology
- Assisted in minor procedures
- Pain clinic lead
- Family Medicine Team Lead
- Venipuncture procedures
Timeline
Gastroenterology of community south
10.2024 - Current
Orthopedic specialist
04.2023 - 08.2024
Medical assistant
Riley Pediatric General Surgery
02.2021 - 04.2023
Certified medical assistant
Family Medicine Center
10.2013 - 02.2021
Medical Assistant
On assignment
10.2013 - 10.2013
Medical Assistant
Pediatric Associates of Greenwood
03.2011 - 09.2013
Medical Assistant
Honey Grove Family Medicine
09.2009 - 03.2011
High school diploma -
Southport High school
Diploma - Physical Therapy Assistant
Medtech College
Diploma - Medical Assistant
Kaplan College