Ashley LeMarr
Bethalto,IL
Summary
Accomplished Medical Secretary III and Certified Medical Assistant with a proven track record at Washington University School of Medicine, enhancing patient outcomes through expert coordination and education. Skilled in Electronic Health Records and adept at provider relations, I excel in fast-paced environments, demonstrating significant achievements in patient care and administrative efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Secretary III/Certified Medical Assistant
Washington University School of Medicine
06.2018 - Current
- Facilitated new patient prescriptions, refills and prescription pre-authorizations.
- Coordinated referrals through insurance and other medical specialists and documented details in patient charts.
- Placed new supply orders, managed inventory and restocked clerical spaces.
- Handled scheduling for physician calendar and prepared meeting agenda and materials.
- Coordinates department administrative services, such as typing manuscripts, correspondence, maintaining faculty CVs.
- Manage provider schedule, credentialing, re-appointment CME requirements and other physician specific requirements
- maintains credentialing,
- Prepared legal correspondence and wrote professional letters to legal assistants and attorneys.
- Medical Legal coordinator for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome- Robert W. Thompson MD
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
Certified Medical Assistant
Peak Gastroenterology and Associates
07.2014 - 11.2016
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
- Applying and monitoring Hepatitis C patient treatment
- Hepatitis C education for patients and employees
- Scheduling endoscopic procedures
- Ordered labs, procedures, medications, and imaging requested by the physician.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
Certified Medical Assistant
William Beaumont Army Medical Hospital
10.2011 - 07.2013
- Determined nature and urgency of patient requests to refer patients to appropriate medical staff.
- Organized patient records to research records, extract medical information and review records for completeness and accuracy.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
- Assist with patient care and treatment in Dialysis Clinic
Certified Medical Assistant
Colorado Springs Internal Medicine
04.2010 - 08.2011
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Checked INR and adjusted medication dosages under the direct supervision of a physician.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Certified Medical Assistant
Pikes Peak Cardiology
04.2007 - 01.2010
- 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.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Trained and supervised employees on office policies and procedures.
- Inspected, maintained, and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Maintained and adjusted cardiology and pulmonary equipment.
- Teamed with cardiologists and electrophysiologists in expediting diagnosis operations, providing detailed data in alignment with physician orders.
- Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
- Cultivated productive relationships with vendors specializing in pacers and AICDs, facilitating fulfillment of software and equipment orders.
- Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
Colorado Springs, COBachelor of Science - Psychology And Brain Sciences
Washington University in St Louis
St. Louis, MO05-2026
Skills
- Patient Registration
- Insurance Authorization Oversight
- Proficient in Electronic Health Records
- Administrative support experience
- Patient appointment coordination
- Clinical support
- Provider relations
- Medical terminology expertise
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Practitioner application monitoring
- Re-credentialing processes
- Logistics and schedule management
Timeline
Medical Secretary III/Certified Medical Assistant
Washington University School of Medicine
06.2018 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Peak Gastroenterology and Associates
07.2014 - 11.2016
Certified Medical Assistant
William Beaumont Army Medical Hospital
10.2011 - 07.2013
Certified Medical Assistant
Colorado Springs Internal Medicine
04.2010 - 08.2011
Certified Medical Assistant
Pikes Peak Cardiology
04.2007 - 01.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Brain Sciences
Washington University in St Louis
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