Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 10 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistent
UNC Cardiology Eastowne
07.2022 - Current
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
Medical Scribe/Medical Assistant Technician
Cary Cardiology
12.2019 - 06.2022
medical scribe for Dr. Garimella,MD
faxed and made phone calls to receive and send patient medical records and prep for patient appointments
pre charting for doctor to prep notes
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Patient Care Technician - CCHT
DaVita
06.2019 - 12.2019
Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
CCHT
DCI Inc
08.2016 - 06.2019
Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
Pct/IA Secretary
Samaritan Hospital, Troy, NY
12.2011 - 09.2017
Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Home Health Caregiver
Home Helpers
06.2011 - 12.2012
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Education
No Degree - Graphic Design
The College of Saint Rose
Albany, NY
No Degree - Nursing
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY
Skills
Case Management
Restocking Lab Supplies
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Clinical Applications
EMR Systems
Customer Service
Charting Expertise
Direct Patient Care
Medical Records Management
Vital Sign Monitoring
Bookkeeping Support
HIPAA Guidelines
Office Supplies and Inventory
Critical Thinking
Patient Data Processing
Patient Scheduling
Patient Reception Management
Medical Writing
Certification
Licensed credentialed medical assistant - valid until May 2024