Cathy Cousins
Kittanning,Pennsylvania
Summary
Accomplished Certified Medical Assistant with a proven track record at Allegheny Clinic and Armstrong Primary Care Center, enhancing patient care through effective communication and HIPAA-compliant processes. Skilled in medical terminology and specimen collection. Demonstrates exceptional organizational abilities and a commitment to patient satisfaction.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Allegheny Clinic
08.2022 - Current
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Facilitated continuity of care through proper scheduling of follow-up appointments based on physician recommendations.
- Injections. Point of Care Testing.
- Medication Authorizations
- Pended Medication Refills in EPIC.
- 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.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Certified Medical Assistant
Allegheny Clinic
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Injections
- In Office Point of Care Testing
Certified Medical Assistant
Allegheny Clinic
12.2013 - 06.2020
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Obtained Vital Signs for Exams
- Point of Care Testing, Injections, Phlebotomy, EKG Tests
- Medication Authorizations
- Registration
- Pended Refills in Epic
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
Medical Assistant
Armstrong County Memorial Hospital
07.1995 - 12.2013
- Roomed adult and pediatric patients.
- Phlebotomy
- Injections
- Point of Care Testing
- Registration
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Education
Medical Assisting
Oakbridge Academy of Arts
New Kensington, PAHigh School Diploma -
Ford City High School
Ford City, PASkills
HIPAA Compliance
Medical Terminology
Specimens collection and processing
Patient Scheduling
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Allegheny Clinic
08.2022 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Allegheny Clinic
07.2020 - 08.2022
Certified Medical Assistant
Allegheny Clinic
12.2013 - 06.2020
Medical Assistant
Armstrong County Memorial Hospital
07.1995 - 12.2013
Medical Assisting
Oakbridge Academy of Arts
High School Diploma -
Ford City High School
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