Candace Kocurek
Hurst
Summary
Results-driven Certified Medical Assistant with expertise in patient education and efficient workflow development. Committed to enhancing operational productivity and maintaining safety standards to support optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant-Lead
Wellmed at Keller
Keller, TX
01.2017 - Current
- Administered patient care, including vital sign measurement and health history documentation.
- Assisted healthcare providers with examinations and procedures to ensure efficient patient flow.
- Managed electronic health records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and preventative care practices-
- Maintained medical equipment and ensured compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on clinical procedures and best practices in patient care.
- Developed efficient workflows to enhance operational productivity within the medical team.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Consistently maintained up-to-date certifications, demonstrating dedication to professional development and quality patient care.
- Implemented improvements in workflow processes that led to increased productivity amongst staff members.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Certified Medical Assistant
All Star Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
Southlake, Texas
03.2010 - 12.2016
- Assisted physicians during examinations, enhancing patient care experiences through effective communication.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and preventative care, fostering understanding and compliance.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, improving operational efficiency and reducing wait times.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Optimized inventory management, ordering supplies as needed while minimizing waste and adhering to budget constraints.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Implemented improvements in workflow processes that led to increased productivity amongst staff members.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
Certified Medical Assistant-Lead
Healthcare Associates of Texas
Irving, TX
04.1996 - 01.2010
- Administered patient care, including vital sign monitoring and medication administration.
- Assisted healthcare providers with examinations, procedures, and patient education.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems to ensure data accuracy.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling and follow-up communications for optimal patient flow.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals for patient referrals, ensuring a seamless transition and continuation of care.
- Educated patients on preventative care measures, effectively reducing the risk of future health complications.
- Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
- Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on clinical procedures and best practices in patient care.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
Education
Medical Assisting
ATI Career Training School
Dallas, TX04-1995
Skills
- Medical terminology
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient scheduling
- Sterilization techniques
- Inventory and supply management
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Triage assessment
- Basic life support
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Patient education
- Safety compliance
- Workflow organization
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant-Lead
Wellmed at Keller
01.2017 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
All Star Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
03.2010 - 12.2016
Certified Medical Assistant-Lead
Healthcare Associates of Texas
04.1996 - 01.2010
Medical Assisting
ATI Career Training School