Brittany Kirkham
Thomaston,ME
Summary
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with 15 years of experience in hospital and specialty care settings. Proven track record of excellence in performance at individual, team, and organizational levels. Skilled in multitasking and prioritizing workloads independently. Committed to ongoing professional growth and enhancing healthcare delivery standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Knox County Health Clinic
02.2023 - Current
- Adheres to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Manages scheduling, patient intake, and documentation for virtual appointments.
- Timely responds to refill requests and concerns via patient portal.
- Performs point of care tests such as EKGs, a1c, urinalysis and blood draws.
- Sanitizes, restocks, and organizes exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtains medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Medical Assistant
MaineHealth Family Medicine
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Delivered virtual care services through secure telehealth platforms.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Worked collaboratively in team settings to maintain consistent workflow.
Clinical Lead Medical Assistant
Summit Spine & Joint Center
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Ensured privacy while scribing virtual appointments.
- Supervised a small team of medical assistants, providing guidance and support in daily tasks and ensuring efficient workflow.
- Trained new medical assistants on clinical procedures, including taking vital signs, administering injections, and collecting lab specimens for diagnostic testing.
- Assisted in the coordination of patient referrals to specialists or diagnostic facilities as per physician's orders.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care instructions including wound care management and medication administration techniques.
- Assessed patient history to identify concerning symptoms, diagnose concerns and develop tailored treatment plans.
Education
Certification in Clinical Medical Assisting -
NHA
Rockland, ME11.2024
Vocational training in Photography - undefined
UMA Rockland
Rockland, ME05.2015
Skills
- Management of insurance authorizations
- Experience with virtual healthcare appointments
- EHR system proficiency
- Clinical prioritization
- Healthcare administrative support
- Accurate data entry
- Proficient in typing at 100 WPM
- Exceptional patient service
- Clinical documentation
- Task prioritization
- Strong ability to work within teams
- Empathetic demeanor
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Knox County Health Clinic
02.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
MaineHealth Family Medicine
08.2021 - 02.2023
Clinical Lead Medical Assistant
Summit Spine & Joint Center
06.2019 - 08.2021
Vocational training in Photography - undefined
UMA Rockland
Certification in Clinical Medical Assisting -
NHA
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