Brenda Gallmeyer
New Haven,IN
Summary
Proven Certified Medical Assistant with a track record of enhancing patient care and streamlining procedures at Axia Women’s Specialty. Expert in HIPAA compliance, medical terminology, and providing exceptional customer service. Increased efficiency in diagnostic testing and patient scheduling, ensuring optimal outcomes and patient satisfaction. Skilled in both technical and interpersonal aspects of patient care.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Axia Women’s Specialty
Fort Wayne, IN
01.2023 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Patient Care Technician
Lutheran Hospital
Fort Wayne, IN
09.2019 - 08.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Patient Care Technician
Parkview Hospital Randallia
Fort Wayne, IN
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Certified Medical Assistant
Lutheran Health Physicians
Fort Wayne, IN
01.2013 - 08.2018
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Daycare Teacher
Sisters Daycare
New Haven, IN
01.2002 - 12.2012
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
Education
Nursing
Jersey College School of Nursing
Fort Wayne, INAssociates - Medical Assisting
Ivy Tech
Fort Wayne, IN06.2005
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Terminology
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient Scheduling
- Electronic Health Records
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Patient documentation
- Patient Assessments
- Customer Service
- EMR / EHR
- Immunization Administration
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Sterilization techniques
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Axia Women’s Specialty
01.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Lutheran Hospital
09.2019 - 08.2022
Patient Care Technician
Parkview Hospital Randallia
08.2018 - 06.2019
Certified Medical Assistant
Lutheran Health Physicians
01.2013 - 08.2018
Daycare Teacher
Sisters Daycare
01.2002 - 12.2012
Nursing
Jersey College School of Nursing
Associates - Medical Assisting
Ivy Tech