Ashley Locus
Tupelo,MS
Summary
I have experience as a Medical Assistant with proven expertise in patient care and clinic management. Excelled in HIPAA compliance and customer service, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in medical terminology and electronic medical records, ensuring efficient and confidential patient support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
First Choice
03.2021 - Current
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
Team Leader
Raybern Foods
10.2017 - 02.2021
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism that inspired team members to excel.
Medical Assistant
Memphis Children Clinic
11.2015 - 07.2017
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Housekeeper
Best Western Hotel
06.2014 - 10.2015
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
- Handled requests for extra linens, toiletries and other supplies.
Medical Assistant Extern
Aaron E Henry Community Health Center
07.2015 - 09.2015
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Environmental Service
Tunica County Government
06.2014 - 09.2014
- Utilized chemicals and cleaning equipment to meet facility's predetermined sanitation and cleanliness quality standards.
- Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risks from hazardous materials, biohazards, and other harmful substances.
- Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks by effectively prioritizing workload based on urgency and importance.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS12.2021
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Delta Technical College
Horn Lake, MS09.2015
High School Diploma -
Okolona High School
Okolona, MS05.2008
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Scheduling
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Data Entry
- Phlebotomy
- Electronic Medical Records
- Specimens collection and processing
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Medical office administration
- Customer Service
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Vital Signs
Certification
- Medical Assistant
Timeline
Home Health Aide
First Choice
03.2021 - Current
Team Leader
Raybern Foods
10.2017 - 02.2021
Medical Assistant
Memphis Children Clinic
11.2015 - 07.2017
Medical Assistant Extern
Aaron E Henry Community Health Center
07.2015 - 09.2015
Housekeeper
Best Western Hotel
06.2014 - 10.2015
Environmental Service
Tunica County Government
06.2014 - 09.2014
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Itawamba Community College
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Delta Technical College
High School Diploma -
Okolona High School