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Cathleen  Henderson

Cathleen Henderson

Certified Medical Assistant
Weeki Wachee,FL

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

CMA-Medical & Personal Care

Nicole Morrison~Dow
Harrisburg , PA
01.2010 - 12.2021

I cared for her Mother and Step-Father.

  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Lab Coordinator/Diabetes Study Coordinator

Penn State Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, PA
08.2006 - 11.2006

I had to leave due to pregnancy complications.

  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
  • Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
  • Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
  • Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
  • Measured patient spirometry.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Measured patient pulse oximetry.

CMA/Surgery, PreAuthorization & Lab Coordinator

Keystone Urology/Urology of Central PA
Harrisburg, PA
09.2004 - 08.2006
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
  • Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
  • Measured patient pulse oximetry.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
  • Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
  • Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
  • Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
  • Measured patient spirometry.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Prepared and validated buffers and in-house reagents, calibrators, and controls in advance of laboratory testing and analysis orders.
  • Gathered laboratory samples, monitored fluids and read test results to make accurate care decisions.
  • Recorded and interpreted laboratory results to present to senior colleagues.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop new procedures and protocols.
  • Investigated and resolved issues related to laboratory processes and procedures.
  • Performed and documented hematological and chemical examinations on blood and other body fluids for detection and identification of communicable and other diseases.
  • Performed high complexity testing by preparing specimens for analysis and maintaining assay quality.
  • Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to verify quality control.
  • Prioritized work assigned, maintained accurate records of work performed and initiated corrective action in case of defective records or inadequate care plans.
  • Conducted and reported on microbiological, serological and chemical analysis on clinical and environmental samples.
  • Prepared and examined specimens using variety of instruments, histologic and molecular diagnostic techniques.
  • Developed relationships and communicated with clients to explain proposals, present research findings or discuss project status.
  • Built and strengthened field partnerships to advance group research and awareness of activities.
  • Developed and implemented plans and protocols for ongoing research, special projects and testing protocols.

CMA/Assistant to CEO

Community Medical Associates
Harrisburg, PA
04.2003 - 09.2004
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
  • Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
  • Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
  • Measured patient pulse oximetry.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
  • Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
  • Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
  • Measured patient spirometry.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
  • Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
  • Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
  • Updated database of contacts and resources for company-wide distribution.
  • Monitored and ordered supplies and materials to keep office well stocked.
  • Reviewed and edited documents for accuracy, grammar and clarity.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.

Front and Back Office CMA

Dr. Maryjo Szada
Harrisburg, PA
04.2002 - 04.2003
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

NR-CMA-Referral Specialist/Billing Auditor

Community Medical Associates
Harrisburg, PA
09.2000 - 04.2002
  • Coordinated with medical staff and patients to find cost-effective options for services.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Linked families to relevant community support to meet non-medical needs.
  • Scheduled appointments with specialists on behalf of clients.
  • Called insurance companies to get precertification and other benefits information on behalf of patients.
  • Maintained accurate records on in-progress and completed referrals, ensuring full data integrity throughout process.
  • Assisted clients in locating resources that accepted various insurances.
  • Verified insurance benefits and eligibility for [Type] procedures before referring clients.
  • Notified and reminded clients of appointments.
  • Built professional relationships with service providers.
  • Assisted with completion of referral forms and verified data accuracy and completion
  • Monitored referrals to foster timely completion and followed up with physicians to facilitate.
  • Processed referral requests from patients, doctors and other health care professionals.
  • Developed and implemented effective strategies to increase referral sources.
  • Provided education and instruction to referral sources on referral processes.
  • Responded to patient inquiries to offer timely updates regarding referral status.
  • Facilitated referrals to other healthcare providers and resources to bridge service gaps.
  • Accessed and reviewed patient records to verify receipt completed referral paperwork.
  • Coordinated, managed and implemented auditing projects and prepared for evaluation.
  • Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
  • Obtained and interpreted relevant and authoritative criteria for program or issues under audit.

NR-CMA/Temporary Referral Specialist

Locust Lane Family Practice
Harrisburg, PA
10.1998 - 09.2000
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
  • Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
  • Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Measured patient pulse oximetry.
  • Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
  • Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
  • Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
  • Measured patient spirometry.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Maintained accurate records on in-progress and completed referrals, ensuring full data integrity throughout process.
  • Linked families to relevant community support to meet non-medical needs.
  • Scheduled appointments with specialists on behalf of clients.
  • Called insurance companies to get precertification and other benefits information on behalf of patients.
  • Coordinated with medical staff and patients to find cost-effective options for services.
  • Built professional relationships with service providers.
  • Notified and reminded clients of appointments.

Education

Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting

Computer Learning Network
Camp Hill, PA
02.1998 - 10.1998

No Degree - General Studies

Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA
08.1994 - 05.1997

High School Diploma -

Central Dauphin East Senior High School
Harrisburg, PA
08.1990 - 06.1993

Skills

  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Data Entry
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Medical Terminology
  • Patient Flow Management
  • Phlebotomy
  • Medical Billing
  • Patient Scheduling
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Payment Collection
  • Patient Relations
  • Respiratory Equipment Training
  • Vital Sign Monitors
  • Catheter Change and Preparation
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Sterilization Techniques
  • Account Management
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
  • Conflict Resolution Abilities
  • Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs)
  • First Aid
  • Specimens Collection and Processing
  • Patient Management
  • Hospice Care
  • Lab Equipment Calibration
  • Lab Equipment Operation
  • Patient Assessments
  • Compassionate
  • Case Management
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medical Records Management
  • Wound Care Specialist
  • EKG Set up and Monitoring
  • Triage
  • Venipuncture and Phlebotomy
  • Insurance Claims
  • Communicating With Patient Families
  • Adaptable
  • Clinical Applications
  • CPT/ICD-9 Coding
  • Daily Billing Reconciliation
  • OB/GYN Procedures
  • Appointment Setting
  • Insurance Verification
  • Lab Equipment Setup
  • Preparing Specimens and Samples
  • STD Counseling
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Diagnostic Procedures
  • Medical Equipment Operation
  • Inventory Management
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Needs Assessments
  • Understands Medical Procedures
  • Sterile Technique
  • Therapeutic Procedures
  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Multi-Player Collaboration
  • Lab equipment calibration
  • InventoryLab

Hospice Care

I also have experience in private Hospice Care.

Work Availability

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Quote

Believe Deep Down In Your Heart That You're Destined To Do Great Things
Joe Paterno

Summary

Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.

Timeline

CMA-Medical & Personal Care

Nicole Morrison~Dow
01.2010 - 12.2021

Lab Coordinator/Diabetes Study Coordinator

Penn State Hershey Medical Center
08.2006 - 11.2006

CMA/Surgery, PreAuthorization & Lab Coordinator

Keystone Urology/Urology of Central PA
09.2004 - 08.2006

CMA/Assistant to CEO

Community Medical Associates
04.2003 - 09.2004

Front and Back Office CMA

Dr. Maryjo Szada
04.2002 - 04.2003

NR-CMA-Referral Specialist/Billing Auditor

Community Medical Associates
09.2000 - 04.2002

NR-CMA/Temporary Referral Specialist

Locust Lane Family Practice
10.1998 - 09.2000

Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting

Computer Learning Network
02.1998 - 10.1998

No Degree - General Studies

Harrisburg Area Community College
08.1994 - 05.1997

High School Diploma -

Central Dauphin East Senior High School
08.1990 - 06.1993
Cathleen HendersonCertified Medical Assistant