April Loyd
Summary
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
After a few years taking time away from employment to see my five sons through to their high school graduations, I'm excited to start an exciting new remote career. I have an abundance of free time and energy to put forth as a valuable employee.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Cleaner
Self Employed
Idabel, OK
08.1997 - 01.2017
- Performed thorough weekly cleaning services to several local business offices
- Inspected areas after completion to ensure they met standards of cleanliness set forth by the company.
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Herron Medical Clinic
Idabel, OK
07.2007 - 09.2016
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
- Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tri County Hospice
Idabel, OK
06.2005 - 11.2006
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Tended to terminally ill patients.
Tax Preparer
H&R Block
11.2001 - 04.2003
- Computed taxes owed or overpaid for clients.
- Utilized tax software to efficiently process returns and identify potential deductions and credits for clients.
- Produced work papers and lead sheets, tax projects and payment estimations.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL (via Online Classes)05-2007
Certificate - Allied Health
Kiamichi Vocational Tech
Idabel, OK04-2005
Some College (No Degree) - Microbiology
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OKSkills
- Excellent spelling and grammar skills
- Data entry
- Communication skills both written and verbal
- Problem solving
- Patience
- Understanding
- Empathetic
- Perceptive
- Works well in fast paced environment
- Computer skills
- Phone skills
- Kindness
- Conflict resolution
- Multitasking proficiency
Timeline
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Herron Medical Clinic
07.2007 - 09.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tri County Hospice
06.2005 - 11.2006
Tax Preparer
H&R Block
11.2001 - 04.2003
Professional Cleaner
Self Employed
08.1997 - 01.2017
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Keiser University
Certificate - Allied Health
Kiamichi Vocational Tech
Some College (No Degree) - Microbiology
Southeastern Oklahoma State University