Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Dermatology of East Texas
Tyler, TX
12.2020 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Documented lab results accurately into the Electronic Medical Record system.
- Prepared treatment rooms by stocking supplies and ensuring sterile instruments were available.
- Assisted in scheduling appointments for patients over the phone or via email communication.
- Performed wound care management including dressing changes and debridement when necessary.
- Assisted physicians with clinical procedures such as suturing, drawing blood, and administering injections.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations within the clinic setting by following established protocols.
- Administered medication under the direction of a physician or nurse practitioner using proper safety protocols.
- Ensured accuracy of all documents related to patient visits including consent forms, discharge instructions and follow-up appointments.
- Participated in continuing education courses relevant to clinical medical assisting duties.
- Performed patient intake, including taking vital signs and medical histories.
- Provided patient education regarding medications, treatments, diet modifications and lifestyle changes to improve health outcomes.
- Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.