Anna Higgins
Lebanon,OR
Summary
I am a highly motivated medical assistant that has experience working in multiple departments. High adaptability due to floating from clinic to clinic to where I am needed the most. Constantly wanting to learn and strive to be my best. Capable of handling high stress situations, from high patient demand, to working with young distraught children. Looking for a company that believes in quality patient care, and encourages employees to build and challenge their skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant (Float)
Samaritan Health Services
09.2021
- Rooming patients and recording patient history
- Injections (children and adults), vital signs
- Assisting with procedures such as IUD insertion/removal, pap smears, colposcopy, annual exams, circumcisions, etc.
- Assisting with prescription refills, authorizations
- Scheduling, answering phones, relaying results to patients
- Maintaining a clean and safe environment
Certified Medical Assistant
Brune Dermatology
Corvallis, OR
07.2022 - Current
- Assisted in patient intake, ensuring accurate data collection and documentation.
- Prepared examination rooms, maintaining cleanliness and compliance with health regulations.
- Supported dermatological procedures by sterilizing instruments and preparing treatment materials.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care, enhancing understanding and adherence to instructions.
- Coordinated communication between patients and healthcare providers, improving service responsiveness.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Certified Nurses Assistant
Mennonite Village
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Answer patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs.
- Document or otherwise report observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses.
- Measure and record food and liquid intake or urinary and fecal output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Provide physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising.
Crew Member
Burgerville
Corvallis, OR
06.2016 - 01.2019
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive dining experience for all guests.
- Operated point-of-sale systems accurately, handling cash and processing transactions efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and dining areas, adhering to food safety regulations.
- Prepared food items according to standardized recipes, ensuring quality and consistency.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant - undefined
Linn-Benton Community College at Albany
08.2021
Skills
- Facilitated clear communication among team members Supported meticulous project documentation Organized schedules to meet deadlines
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Patient care
- Multitasking and organization
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant | September 2021
- CPR-BLS | August 2020
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Brune Dermatology
07.2022 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant (Float)
Samaritan Health Services
09.2021
Certified Nurses Assistant
Mennonite Village
01.2019 - 08.2021
Crew Member
Burgerville
06.2016 - 01.2019
Certified Medical Assistant - undefined
Linn-Benton Community College at Albany