Barbara Hearndon
Vero Beach,FL
Summary
Personable Medical Assistant bringing several years of hands-on experience balancing problematic administrative and clinical duties to achieve patient satisfaction. Offering thorough understanding of medical registration process and procedures to streamline client processing. Compassionate and respectful collaborator recognized for delivering high-quality healthcare and excellent customer service.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
UF Center For Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine
Vero Beach , FL
2015.01 - 2023.12
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Processed payments from patients accurately using cash registers or computerized systems.
- Provided support to physicians during consultations by recording patient histories accurately and documenting treatment plans accordingly.
- Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
- Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
Certified Medical Assistant
Ocean Drive Plastic Surgery
Vero Beach , FL
2014.01 - 2014.12
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Educated patients on preventive care topics such as diet and exercise habits or medication compliance.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
Education
Treasure Coast Technical College
Vero Beach, FLSkills
- Inventory and supply management
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Patient Assessments
- Medical Records Management
- Patient documentation
- Patient Scheduling
- Specimens collection and processing
- Procedure Assistance
- Phlebotomy
- Infection control procedures
- Analytical decision-making skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Direct Patient Care
- Compassionate
Certification
CCMA, CPR, BLS
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
UF Center For Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine
2015.01 - 2023.12
Certified Medical Assistant
Ocean Drive Plastic Surgery
2014.01 - 2014.12
Treasure Coast Technical College
CCMA, CPR, BLS
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