Charles Lord
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Florida Digestive Specialists, excelling in patient care and communication. Proficient in IV phlebotomy and suture removal, I foster trust and satisfaction through compassionate interactions. Recognized for enhancing patient outcomes by educating on procedures and treatments, while maintaining a safe and organized clinical environment.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant/ IV Specialist
Florida Digestive Specialists/ Bay Area Endoscopy
5771 49th Street North
09.2021 - Current
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to provide optimal patient care during IV administration.
Medical Assistant
Lifelink Foundation-Liver Transplant
Tampa, FL
05.2013 - 08.2021
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Medical Assistant
Suncare Medical Clinic
St. Petersburg, FL
10.2006 - 04.2013
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
- Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
- Empowered patients through education on self-management techniques for chronic conditions.
Hospital Corpsman-Special Ops Combat Medic
United States Navy
11.1990 - 09.2007
- Distribution of medication and immunization shots
- Suturing of wounds
- Evaluation of patient complaints
- Short and Long form physicals.
- Phlebotomy, lab work, vitals and charting medical records
- Provided emergency medical care and conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective teamwork and open communication among colleagues across departments.
- Provided leadership, delegation, and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
- Utilized medical instruments to perform minor surgeries and other procedures.
Education
Medical Assistant/ Military A School of Nursing
01-1992
High School Diploma -
Hudson Highschool
Hudson, FL05-1989
Skills
- Small Bowel and Esophageal pill cam procedures
- Assisted Doctor's in procedures and patient care
- Chart review/ordering medical records, vitals
- Interventional Radiology conference clinic
- Colonoscopy/EGD Prep instructions, GI scope Tech
- Hepatitis A,B,C injection training and patient education
- Informed patients of labs and procedure results
- IV specialists Phlebotomy
- Suture/ Staple removal
- Scheduling appointments and procedures
- EKG
- Wound care, cleaning and bandaging
- CPR
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Medical Assistant/ IV Specialist
Florida Digestive Specialists/ Bay Area Endoscopy
09.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
Lifelink Foundation-Liver Transplant
05.2013 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant
Suncare Medical Clinic
10.2006 - 04.2013
Hospital Corpsman-Special Ops Combat Medic
United States Navy
11.1990 - 09.2007
Medical Assistant/ Military A School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Hudson Highschool