Anika Adams
Statesboro,GA
Summary
Certified Medical Assistant with relevant experience in fast-paced healthcare settings. Strong background in patient care, medical terminology, and electronic health record systems. Showcased ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing environments or demands. Success noted in improving clinic workflow efficiency and contributing positively to team-focused environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Group Leader
PathGroup
Statesboro, GA
11.2023 - Current
- Encouraged team members to take initiative in their roles by offering rewards for going above expectations.
- Motivated teams to reach their highest potential by setting achievable goals.
- Enforced organizational policies while creating an environment that encourages open dialogue.
- Adhered to universal precautions guidelines when handling blood specimens according to OSHA standards.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to any emergency situations related to phlebotomy services or equipment malfunctioning.
- Assessed patient conditions before performing venipuncture to determine appropriateness for specimen collection.
- Trained new staff on proper collection techniques and safety protocols.
- Developed educational materials related to phlebotomy practices for use by clinical personnel.
- Participated in regular performance reviews with supervisors in order to identify areas of improvement.
Medical Assistant PRN
QTC Medical Group
Statesboro, Georgia
04.2022 - Current
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
FusionHealth
Charleston, SC
10.2020 - 04.2022
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
Education
Medical Assisting
American School of Technology
Columbus, OH04-2003
Skills
- Health and safety procedures
- Recreational Activity Planning
- Student empowerment
- Continuous Improvement
- Quality Control
- Production Management
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical applications
- Lab equipment setup
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- EKG set up and monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Understands medical procedures
- Medical Transcription
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Vital sign monitors
- OB/GYN procedures
- Medical Terminology
- Phlebotomy
- Procedure Assistance
Certification
- Register Medical Assistant
- Register Phlebotomist
Timeline
Group Leader
PathGroup
11.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant PRN
QTC Medical Group
04.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
FusionHealth
10.2020 - 04.2022
Medical Assisting
American School of Technology