Ariel Walton
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Prepared examination rooms by ensuring cleanliness and necessary supplies were available.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to streamline patient care processes efficiently.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
Medical Assistant
Edward-Elmhurst Hospital
06.2024 - 02.2025
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Medical Assistant
Advocate Medical Group
09.2023 - 06.2024
- 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.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
- Reviewed immunization records and administered necessary immunizations.
Security Guard
Allied Universal Security Services
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Patrolled the property and monitored surveillance equipment, including cameras, to keep the premises and personnel safe
- Provided basic first aid and CPR to people who needed medical help until emergency medical personnel arrived
- Worked to resolve urgent issues, such as incidents, independently and collaboratively.
Medical Assistant Extern
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted with duties such as setting up and operating specialized medical equipment and apparatus for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures
- Gathered information about the patient's medical history, including medications, symptoms, and allergies.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Customer Service Manager
Sam's Club
03.2017 - 06.2021
- Hired, managed, developed, and trained employees, as well as set and monitor goals, conduct performance reviews, and pay employees
- Responded to customer requests by providing excellent customer service and customized recommendations to meet their needs
- Provided friendly, knowledgeable service and support in response to customer requests.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant Program -
Triton College
River Grove, ILHigh School Diploma -
Proviso West High School
Hillside, ILSome College (No Degree) - Nursing
Malcom X College
Chicago, ILSkills
- Excellent communication
- Proficient with Epic
- Team Leadership
- MS Office proficiency
- Excellent time management skills
- Patient Scheduling
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Procedure Assistance
- Clinical Documentation
- Team collaboration
Certification
- CPR
- HIPPA
- Medical Assistant
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago
03.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Edward-Elmhurst Hospital
06.2024 - 02.2025
Medical Assistant
Advocate Medical Group
09.2023 - 06.2024
Security Guard
Allied Universal Security Services
05.2023 - 08.2023
Medical Assistant Extern
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
05.2023 - 06.2023
Customer Service Manager
Sam's Club
03.2017 - 06.2021
Certified Medical Assistant Program -
Triton College
High School Diploma -
Proviso West High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Malcom X College