Ashley Dedios
Olalla,WA
Summary
My name is Ashley Dedios. I am very work oriented and love what i do and i also love to work hard. My biggest support and the reason i work so hard is for my 3 children. I will go above and beyond what is expected from me job wise. I will work over time if needed, with out a complaint. If offered the job position i will prove to you just how hard of a worker i truly am. i have many back ground work experiences from sitting at a desk, working fast food, working next to a doctor and much more. Please give me the chance to prove myself and not let you down.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Harbor Dermatology
Gig Harbor, WA
04.2023 - 03.2024
- 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.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- 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.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
- Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.
Cashier
Big Lots
Port Orchard , WA
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
- Reconciled transactions at end of shift using appropriate forms and reports to verify accuracy of transactions.
- Identified discrepancies between actual count and register balance; made corrections accordingly.
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
- Adhered to loss prevention policies such as monitoring suspicious activity in order to prevent shoplifting.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
Doctors Assistant
Elgin Health Clinic
Elgin, OR
05.2020 - 09.2022
- Provided patient care by taking vital signs and medical histories.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing, scheduling appointments, and preparing charts.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and procedures.
- Prepared patients for examination by obtaining information about their medical history and reason for visit.
- Administered medications as directed by physician.
- Answered phones, took messages, and responded to inquiries from patients and staff members.
- Ordered lab tests, x-rays, and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Maintained cleanliness of exam rooms between patients visits.
- Obtained specimens for laboratory testing per physician orders.
- Instructed patients on medication dosage and treatments prescribed by the doctor.
- Scheduled follow up visits for patients according to physician instructions.
- Ensured that all prescriptions were filled accurately and efficiently in accordance with company policy.
- Reviewed patient records to ensure accuracy of data entered into computer systems.
- Assisted in the training of new Doctor's Assistants in the performance of their duties.
- Provided patient education regarding health maintenance and disease prevention topics.
- Coordinated with insurance companies to ensure proper reimbursement for services rendered.
- Reported any unusual or unexpected occurrences during patient encounters to the supervising physician.
- Processed referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as requested by the physician.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives designed to improve overall patient outcomes.
- Verified that medical supplies were adequately stocked prior to each shift.
- Reconciled charges at end of day ensuring accuracy of billing information.
- Prepared clinical notes and updates on each patient for review by primary physician.
- Documented lab results, diagnoses and treatments for review by attending physician.
- Interviewed patients and reviewed patient files to determine medical histories, previous treatment and therapies and medication history.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
- Administered therapies and medications under direction of physician to reduce symptoms and treat underlying conditions.
- Assessed, diagnosed, treated and delivered follow-up care.
- Ordered laboratory testing, physical assessments and specialist consults to help diagnose and treat patients.
- Ordered laboratory tests and imaging scans to complete further investigations.
- Worked with medical professionals to provide complex clinical care management, patient education and counseling.
- Performed comprehensive patient exams and assessments to formulate, implement and continuously update individualized plans of care.
- Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information, taking care to meet HIPAA guidelines and statutes for data security.
Education
High School Diploma -
UEI College
Tacoma, WA01-2022
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomy
UEI College
Tacoma, WA01-2022
Skills
- Phlebotomy
- Patient Flow Management
- Patient-focused care
- Patient Scheduling
- Data Entry
- Indirect Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Payment Collection
- Procedure Assistance
- Medical Terminology
- Inventory Management
- Medical Records Management
- Infection control procedures
- Team management and supervision
- Patient-handling equipment
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Patient Management
Certification
Medical assistant certificate and phlebotomy certificate.
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Harbor Dermatology
04.2023 - 03.2024
Cashier
Big Lots
01.2022 - 02.2023
Doctors Assistant
Elgin Health Clinic
05.2020 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
UEI College
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomy
UEI College