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Brian Harris

Oak Park,MI

Summary

Knowledgeable Certified Medical Assistant with exceptional background over 7+ years handling intensive clinical environments. Quality-driven and safety-oriented with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities. Experienced in collaborating across disciplines to support patient needs and enhance care.

Focused Medical Assistant motivated to deliver seamless and pleasant healthcare experience to patients. Offering 7+year background assisting medical teams in examining and treating patients. Skillful in measuring vitals, preparing and drawing blood samples and preparing treatment rooms for examinations.

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant

Ascension
Farmington Hills, Michigan
10.2016 - 05.2024
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork.
  • Provided support to patients by helping them fill out forms and answering their questions about health care services.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
  • Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
  • Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
  • Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
  • Educated patients on preventive care topics such as diet and exercise habits or medication compliance.
  • Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
  • Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning correctly prior to use during patient examinations or treatments.
  • Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
  • Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
  • Provided support to physicians during consultations by recording patient histories accurately and documenting treatment plans accordingly.
  • Monitored lab results for accuracy and alerted physicians immediately if any abnormalities were detected.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Completed basic physical assessments of clinic patients to provide optimal care.
  • Contributed to office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
  • Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
  • Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
  • Labeled and completed lab requisitions using ICD and CPT coding.
  • Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.

CNC Machinist

Paramount Precision Products
Oak Park, Michigan
01.2010 - 11.2014
  • Read and interpret blueprints, skhes, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece.
  • Set up and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, milling, turning, and grinding.
  • Monitor CNC machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as necessary.
  • Perform minor maintenance on the CNC machines such as replacing cutting tools or cleaning machinery parts.
  • Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
  • Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications by measuring with appropriate instruments.
  • Maintain records of approved and defective units or final products.
  • Make adjustments to the machine feed rate, speed and depth of cut for each project.
  • Use computer software for programming CNC Machines.
  • Test completed workpieces for quality control purposes prior to shipment.
  • Troubleshoot malfunctions in the CNC machinery when necessary.
  • Inspect cutting tools using precision measuring instruments and replace worn tools if needed.
  • Ensure that safety procedures are followed while operating the CNC Machinery.

CNC Machinist

SMW Automotive
Warren, Michigan
05.2005 - 12.2008
  • Read and interpret blueprints, skhes, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece.
  • Set up and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, milling, turning, and grinding.
  • Monitor CNC machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as necessary.
  • Perform minor maintenance on the CNC machines such as replacing cutting tools or cleaning machinery parts.
  • Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
  • Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications by measuring with appropriate instruments.
  • Maintain records of approved and defective units or final products.
  • Make adjustments to the machine feed rate, speed and depth of cut for each project.
  • Use computer software for programming CNC Machines.
  • Test completed workpieces for quality control purposes prior to shipment.
  • Troubleshoot malfunctions in the CNC machinery when necessary.
  • Inspect cutting tools using precision measuring instruments and replace worn tools if needed.
  • Ensure that safety procedures are followed while operating the CNC Machinery.
  • Load raw materials into production equipment; unload finished goods from production equipment.
  • Replace cutting tools according to job requirements; inspect tool condition regularly for wear and damage.
  • Supervise junior staff members; provide guidance on proper use of machines.
  • Adjust offsets during program execution; monitor results against programmed values.
  • Conduct regular preventive maintenance activities on assigned machines; document results accordingly.
  • Utilize manual machining techniques when required; complete projects within allotted time frames.

Education

Certificate of Completion - Certified Medical Assistant

Dorsey College
Roseville, MI
12-2016

High School Diploma -

Ferndale High School
Ferndale, MI
06-1991

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Oakland Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA

Skills

  • Inventory and supply management
  • Clinical applications
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • [EMR] coding
  • Medical Terminology
  • Inventory Management
  • Vital Sign Monitoring
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Needs assessments
  • Patient documentation
  • Medical Records Management
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Patient Assessments
  • Phlebotomy
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Patient Flow Management
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Data Entry
  • Patient-focused care
  • Diagnostic Testing Assistance
  • Lab equipment setup
  • Laboratory Specimen Collection
  • Immunization Administration
  • Phlebotomy Techniques
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Vital sign monitors
  • CPR
  • Neurology assessments
  • Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Conflict resolution abilities
  • Human anatomy and physiology
  • OB/GYN procedures
  • Restocking lab supplies
  • EKG set up and monitoring
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Therapeutic procedures
  • Adaptable
  • Customer Service
  • Anatomy and Physiology Knowledge
  • Sterile technique
  • Patient Care Coordination
  • STD counseling
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Healthcare Software Proficiency
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Understands medical procedures
  • Communicating with patient families
  • Analytical decision-making skills
  • Reliable transportation
  • Valid MI driver's license
  • Patient Relations
  • Infection control procedures
  • General housekeeping ability
  • Team management and supervision
  • Emergency Response Preparedness
  • Quick problem solver
  • Electrocardiography (EKG)
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Pipetting
  • Insurance Verification
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Patient-handling equipment
  • Respiratory equipment training
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient Management
  • Appointment Setting
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Patient toileting

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant

Ascension
10.2016 - 05.2024

CNC Machinist

Paramount Precision Products
01.2010 - 11.2014

CNC Machinist

SMW Automotive
05.2005 - 12.2008

Certificate of Completion - Certified Medical Assistant

Dorsey College

High School Diploma -

Ferndale High School

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Oakland Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Nicholls State University

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