Arizona Bolson
Bloomington,IL
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
OSF
08.2023 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly upon arrival, checking them in efficiently, and answering any questions they had about their visit or overall healthcare needs.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate medical assistance during appointments.
- Increased patient safety by meticulously following infection control protocols and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Implemented improvements in workflow processes that led to increased productivity amongst staff members.
- Prepared and administered Vaccinations for physician.
- Preparing and documenting lab work/blood draws.
- POCT testing. (Urine, Ear wash, Pregnancy test, Suture/staple removal).
Monitor Technician
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Promoted a positive work environment through active collaboration with peers, supervisors, and other healthcare professionals within the facility.
- Maintained updated knowledge on cardiac arrhythmias, contributing to better patient care and monitoring outcomes.
- Troubleshot monitor equipment issues, ensuring uninterrupted surveillance of patients'' heart activity.
- Managed multiple telemetry systems simultaneously, maintaining attention to detail and high-quality care for all monitored patients.
- Optimized response times during emergencies by promptly notifying appropriate staff members about concerning cardiac events or trends observed in monitoring data.
- Facilitated smooth transitions in patient care by accurately reporting pertinent information during shift hand-offs between Monitor Technician colleagues.
- Streamlined organization of patient data through meticulous record-keeping practices, improving accessibility for medical personnel.
- Adhered to strict hospital protocols regarding patient privacy and confidentiality throughout daily tasks and interactions.
- Assisted in the training of new Monitor Technicians, promoting a cohesive team environment and efficient workflow.
- Safeguarded the accuracy of telemetry readings by carefully applying electrodes according to established guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pennfoster
Pennsylvania Furnace, PA04.2019
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Terminology
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient Scheduling
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Patient documentation
- Patient Assessments
- Inventory and supply management
- Medical Records Management
- Medical Billing
- Customer Service
- Direct Patient Care
- EMR / EHR
- Immunization Administration
- Reliable team player
- Phlebotomy
- Sterilization techniques
- Compassionate
- Patient-focused care
- CPR
- Procedure Assistance
- Adaptable
- Equipment Sterilization
- Knowledge of EKG rhythm interpretation
- Electrocardiographic rhythm recognition
- Vital Signs Documentation
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
OSF
08.2023 - Current
Monitor Technician
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
02.2022 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Pennfoster