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Ashley Buis
Certified Medical Assistant
Anderson,IN
Summary
Strengths in patient care, medical terminology, and effective documentation, contributing to streamlined patient flow and enhanced care quality.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
IU Ball Memorial Hospital
Muncie
08.2025 - Current
- Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram equipment for accurate diagnostic testing.
- Verified appointment times and prepared patient charts, pre-admission, and consent forms to streamline patient flow.
- Documented notes during patient visits to maintain accurate records.
- Assisted with scheduling patient appointments and follow-up visits to ensure continuity of care.
- Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately document results in patient history summaries.
- Obtained insurance authorizations for treatments and medications for financially challenged patients.
- Participated in team meetings to identify workflow improvements and enhance patient outcomes.
- Secured patient information by maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding medical records.
Certified Medical Assistant Extern
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital
Muncie
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured cleanliness and organization.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to enhance patient care and support services.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding their treatment plans and instructions.
- Supported medical staff by maintaining inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Informed patients about health maintenance and preventive care practices to promote overall wellness.
- Followed HIPAA guidelines when handling confidential patient information.
- Attended meetings related to healthcare policies, procedure updates or continuing education opportunities.
- Monitored inventory levels in the lab and clinic area to ensure adequate supply levels at all times.
- Performed patient intake procedures such as taking vital signs, medical histories, and preparing patients for examinations.
- Provided support to patients regarding emotional needs during office visits.
- Confirmed insurance coverage before services to facilitate timely payment from carriers.
- Assisted with scheduling appointments, tests and follow-up visits via phone or computer system.
- Educated patients on medication instructions, lifestyle modifications, nutrition requirements and post-treatment instructions.
- Ensured exam rooms were properly stocked with supplies and equipment necessary for patient care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Healthcare SPecialist
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN08-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN08-2025
Technical Certification - Medical Assisting
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN08-2025
Certificate - Medical Office Administration
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN05-2025
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medical terminology
- EMR / EHR
- Patient documentation
- Patient scheduling
- Insurance verification
- Office administration
- Workflow organization
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
IU Ball Memorial Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant Extern
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital
05.2025 - 07.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Healthcare SPecialist
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Technical Certification - Medical Assisting
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Certificate - Medical Office Administration
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana