Antoinettia Charrier
Gary,IN
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with expertise in patient education, vital signs assessment, and clinical documentation. Known for effective communication and team collaboration, ensuring optimal patient care and streamlined office operations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Midwest Dermatology
Bloomingdale, IL
07.2024 - Current
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Assisted physicians in exams, treatments, and procedures.
- Ordered supplies, maintained inventory levels, and stocked exam rooms with necessary equipment.
- Answered incoming calls, responded to inquiries, and scheduled follow-up visits as needed.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and managed scheduling of appointments.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing according to accepted standards.
- Administered injections under direct supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Assisted with administrative duties such as filing paperwork and preparing documents for review by physicians or other healthcare providers.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Verified insurance coverage and processed payments from patients.
- Ensured all medical equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
- Performed patient assessments, including vital signs and medical history documentation.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results.
- Conducted physical examinations of patients utilizing standard diagnostic instruments.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
- Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
Medical Assistant
Medix Staffing
Downers Grove, Illinois
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted in patient intake by collecting medical histories and updating patient records accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms to ensure a welcoming environment for patients.
- Coordinated patient appointments and follow-ups to optimize scheduling efficiency.
- Performed routine laboratory tests and collected samples for analysis under physician direction.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and medication instructions to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Supported insurance verification processes to ensure accurate billing and patient coverage.
- Monitored and documented patients' vital signs throughout appointments to track health status.
- Provided administrative support by managing incoming calls and responding to patient inquiries promptly.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure seamless patient care and communication.
- Assisted in the preparation of clinical documentation for patient records and insurance claims.
- Scheduled and coordinated referrals to specialists as needed to facilitate comprehensive care.
- Maintained medical equipment in proper working order through regular checks and maintenance.
- Documented patient interactions and treatment plans in electronic health records for accurate tracking.
- Conducted inventory management of medical supplies to ensure availability during patient visits.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients and physicians to address concerns efficiently.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Filed insurance claims forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
- Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
Registered Medical Assistant
Actalent
Chicago, Illinois
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Maintained clinical records according to HIPAA regulations.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Assisted physicians in exams, treatments, and procedures.
- Ordered supplies, maintained inventory levels, and stocked exam rooms with necessary equipment.
- Answered incoming calls, responded to inquiries, and scheduled follow-up visits as needed.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and managed scheduling of appointments.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing according to accepted standards.
- Administered injections under direct supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Assisted with administrative duties such as filing paperwork and preparing documents for review by physicians or other healthcare providers.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Verified insurance coverage and processed payments from patients.
- Ensured all medical equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
- Performed patient assessments, including vital signs and medical history documentation.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results.
- Conducted physical examinations of patients utilizing standard diagnostic instruments.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
- Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
Education
Associate of Science -
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL08-1997
High School Diploma -
Downers Grove North
Downers Grove, IL06-1993
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting
Everest College
Atlanta, GASkills
- Clinical documentation
- Patient education
- Vital signs assessment
- Inventory management
- Injection administration
- Health insurance verification
- Appointment scheduling
- Laboratory specimen collection
- Medical record maintenance
- Patient intake coordination
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Medical procedures
- Electronic medical records
- Intake control
- Medical records management
- [Type] coding
- Medical supply inventory
- Wound care and irrigation
- Disease prevention education
- Medical records confidentiality
- EKG administration
- Appointment setting
- Patient care coordination
- Specimen labeling
- Diagnostic testing assistance
- Quick problem solver
- Specimens collection and processing
- Conflict resolution
- Prioritizing stat orders
- Professional bedside manner
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Lab equipment operation
- Sterile technique
- Compassionate
- Restocking lab supplies
- Patient-focused care
- Vital signs and examinations
- Customer service
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- HIPAA compliance
- Infection control procedures
- Medical office management
- Clinical operations
- Ear irrigation
- Stress test administration
- Reliable team player
- First aid
- Clinical and administrative support
- Suture removal
- Media preparation
- Proper sterilization techniques
- Medical billing and coding
Certification
Registered medical assistant - AMT - Rosemont IL
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Midwest Dermatology
07.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Medix Staffing
06.2023 - 02.2024
Registered Medical Assistant
Actalent
06.2022 - 03.2023
Associate of Science -
Northern Illinois University
High School Diploma -
Downers Grove North
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting
Everest College