CHARA SMITH
Wilmerding,PA
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment. Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality. Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over [Number] years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
PIRMARY CARE PARTNERS OF MONROEVILLE UPMC
10.2023 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
Medical Assistant
UPMC
03.2020 - 10.2023
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- 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.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- 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.
CVS BENEFITS VERIFCATION
CVS
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Explained benefits to plan participants in easy to understand terms in order to educate each on available options.
- Resolved issues and inquiries from plan participants regarding health and welfare benefits and deductions through telephone, email, and in-person interactions.
- Checked employees' benefits enrollment for accuracy and inputted all data into [Software].
- Implemented open enrollment system to streamline benefits processes for employees.
- Analyzed and reported on employee benefits data to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.
Medical Assistant
GERGER
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Medical Assistant
MORTOTTA CHIROPRATIC
06.2014 - 12.2014
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Education
MEDIACAL ASSISTANT - Medical Assisting
Career Training Academy
Monroeville, PA12.2014
High School Diploma -
Jeannette Senior High School
Jeannette, PA06.2007
Skills
- Payment Collection
- Medical Billing
- Patient Flow Management
- Medical Terminology
- Inventory Management
- Patient Scheduling
- Medical Office Administration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient-Focused Care
- Phlebotomy
- Procedure Assistance
- Electronic Medical Records
- OB/GYN Procedures
- Wound Care Specialist
- Medical Procedures
- Knowledge of EKG Rhythm Interpretation
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- CPR
- EMR / EHR
- Customer Service
- Specimens Collection and Processing
Timeline
Medical Assistant
PIRMARY CARE PARTNERS OF MONROEVILLE UPMC
10.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
UPMC
03.2020 - 10.2023
CVS BENEFITS VERIFCATION
CVS
10.2019 - 12.2019
Medical Assistant
GERGER
01.2019 - 03.2019
Medical Assistant
MORTOTTA CHIROPRATIC
06.2014 - 12.2014
MEDIACAL ASSISTANT - Medical Assisting
Career Training Academy
High School Diploma -
Jeannette Senior High School
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