Amber Thomas
Center Point,Alabama
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment. Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 10 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
UAB Civitan Sparks Clinic
09.2023 - Current
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate medical assistance during appointments.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Educated patients on preventative care measures, effectively reducing the risk of future health complications.
Medical Assistant
Dysautonomia Center
09.2019 - 06.2023
- EKG’s, Vitals, H&P/Notes, Testing
- Provide customer service to all patients and their families.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
Medical Assistant
Alabama Heart and Vascular
09.2014 - 07.2019
- EKG’s, Vitals, Verify Insurance
- Provide customer service to all patients and their families.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- 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.
- Optimized appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
Patient Care Assistant
St. Vincent’s East
09.2013 - 09.2014
- Provided customer service to temporary patients in rehab, Helped patients to the restroom, Help patients get dressed, Cleaned rooms and changed linen daily
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by maintaining cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, assisting in early identification of potential health issues.
- Aided in the prevention of bedsores through regular repositioning of patients according to care plans.
Cashier
Aldi
04.2011 - 09.2014
- Cash register, Stock
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
- Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
- Prevented loss by vigilantly monitoring potential theft or fraud situations in store.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
Medical Assistant
Kirklin Clinic
09.2013 - 12.2013
- Responsible for getting all vitals on patients, Performed EKG'S, Performed clerical duties, injections, labs
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- 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.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
Education
Associates of Applied Science, Medical Assistant -
Virginia College
Alabama, AL01.2013
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Inventory and supply management
- HIPAA Compliance
- Electronic Health Records
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Patient Scheduling
- Patient documentation
- Knowledge of EKG rhythm interpretation
Certification
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
UAB Civitan Sparks Clinic
09.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Dysautonomia Center
09.2019 - 06.2023
Medical Assistant
Alabama Heart and Vascular
09.2014 - 07.2019
Patient Care Assistant
St. Vincent’s East
09.2013 - 09.2014
Medical Assistant
Kirklin Clinic
09.2013 - 12.2013
Cashier
Aldi
04.2011 - 09.2014
Associates of Applied Science, Medical Assistant -
Virginia College
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