Dynamic and compassionate Registered Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Dr. Gregory K. Terpstra. Proficient in clinical documentation and patient care coordination, I enhanced patient experiences through effective communication and streamlined office procedures, ensuring timely treatment and compliance with HIPAA regulations. A reliable team player dedicated to improving healthcare delivery.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Medical Assistant
Dr Gregory K Terpstra
07.2009 - Current
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Completed thorough chart reviews to ensure proper documentation of all pertinent medical information.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Prepared examination rooms with necessary tools and instruments prior to each appointment, enabling smooth transitions between patients.
Assisted physicians with various medical procedures, ensuring accurate results and timely treatment.
Performed essential administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, updating records, and coordinating referrals.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Deputy Sheriff
Ste Genevieve County Sheriff Department
06.2004 - 02.2008
Served warrants efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and procedures.
Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
Maintained accurate reports and records, aiding in the proper documentation of cases for judicial proceedings.
Participated actively in ongoing training programs designed to enhance skills necessary for deputy sheriff duties.
Demonstrated leadership ability within department ranks by mentoring junior deputies and serving as a reliable source of support for colleagues.
Provided security at various community events, ensuring a safe environment for attendees.
Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety.
Streamlined report writing procedures, resulting in more accurate and timely documentation of incidents.
Oversaw inmate transport to court hearings, maintaining strict security protocols to prevent escape attempts.
Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Assembly Line Worker
Handi Craft Company
04.1992 - 06.2004
Operated various tools, machinery, and equipment to complete assembly tasks efficiently and accurately.
Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and ensure seamless workflow on the assembly line.
Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
Demonstrated adaptability in learning new assembly processes quickly as required for evolving project specifications.
Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
Increased production efficiency by consistently meeting and exceeding daily assembly targets.
Operated various machines used in production processes.
Sales Associate
Dollar General Store
04.1993 - 05.1993
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
Education
Certificate - Law Enforcement
Mineral Area College
Park Hills, MO
Registered Medical Assistant Liscence - Medical Assistant
Sandford Brown College
Fenton, MO
06.2009
Basic
North Saint Francois County
Bonne Terre, MO
05.1992
Skills
Immunization administration
HIPAA compliance
Laboratory specimen collection
Medical terminology
Clinical documentation
Phlebotomy techniques
Patient scheduling
Minor surgical assistance
Preventive healthcare measures
Patient assessments
Medical equipment operation
Insurance verification
Vital sign monitoring
Inventory management
Diagnostic testing assistance
Wound care assistance
Medical records management
Privacy and confidentiality
Medical office procedures
Needs assessments
Emergency response preparedness
Patient care coordination
Regulatory compliance
Medical terminology proficiency
Clinical applications
First aid and CPR
Vital signs measurement
Anatomy and physiology
Electronic health records management
Compassionate
Medical terminology knowledge
Customer service
Sterile technique
Maintaining confidentiality
Professional bedside manner
Vital signs monitoring
Reliable team player
Specimens collection and processing
Electronic medical records
EMR / EHR
Direct patient care
Simple dressings
Procedure assistance
Patient management
CPR
Compassionate caregiver
Electronic health records
Appointment setting
Diagnostic procedures
Trustworthy companion
Sterilization techniques
Inventory and supply management
Adaptable
Payment collection
Orthopedic splints
Patient flow management
Data entry
Lab equipment operation
Medical office administration
Patient-focused care
Prioritizing stat orders
First aid
Wound care specialist
Medical procedures
Patient relations
Valid state driver's license
Electrocardiographic rhythm recognition
Monitoring patient progress
Timeline
Registered Medical Assistant
Dr Gregory K Terpstra
07.2009 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Ste Genevieve County Sheriff Department
06.2004 - 02.2008
Sales Associate
Dollar General Store
04.1993 - 05.1993
Assembly Line Worker
Handi Craft Company
04.1992 - 06.2004
Certificate - Law Enforcement
Mineral Area College
Registered Medical Assistant Liscence - Medical Assistant