Ashley Boone
Camden,NJ
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a background in medical assistance, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized skills in patient care, medical record keeping, and clinical procedures. Excellent communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient experiences and seamless support to healthcare teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Cooper University Hospital
Cherry Hill, NJ
07.2016 - Current
- Processed authorizations for both medications and medical equipment
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Supported providers during thyroid biopsy procedures for cancer detection
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- 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.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
Medical Assistant
Project HOPE
Camden, NJ
10.2014 - 07.2016
- 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.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Education
Harris School of Business - Cherry Hill
Cherry Hill, NJ04-2014
High School Diploma -
Dr. Charles E. Brimm Medical Arts High School
Camden, NJ06-2012
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- EMR / EHR
- CPR
- Direct Patient Care
- Effective Leadership
- Effective Prioritization
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Cooper University Hospital
07.2016 - Current
Medical Assistant
Project HOPE
10.2014 - 07.2016
Harris School of Business - Cherry Hill
High School Diploma -
Dr. Charles E. Brimm Medical Arts High School