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Overview
Work History
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Certification
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Charve Allen

Washington,DC

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.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Orthovirginia
05.2022 - Current
  • Upheld correct protocols for infection prevention and control
  • Maintained safe and sterile environment for optimum patient treatment.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient health information in Epic.
  • Assisted physicians with completing medical procedures and treatments.
  • Scheduled tests and procedures for patients needing additional or specialized care.
  • Ordered and restocked medical supplies for Orthopedic office.
  • Prepared laboratory specimens for testing, obtained results notified patients of findings.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings to review client caseload, treatment, concerns recommendations.
  • Fostered staff development and competency through supervision, coaching, trainings and team meetings.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Measured and fit crutches and canes and instructed patients on proper crutch and cane walking.
  • Assessed patient comfort related to cast and splints and assisted with comfort measures.
  • Handled tools and machinery with caution and precision to avoid costly mistakes and safety accidents.
  • Fitted appliances onto patients and made necessary adjustments.
  • Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.

laboratory technician

laboratory corp of
04.2019 - 05.2022
  • Perform routine and non-routine test and analyses in high-volume medical testing laboratory using appropriate technical equipment and instruments
  • Prepare, collect, store, and process 100-150 patient samples per day in safe, efficient manner to include blood collection by venipuncture and capillary techniques, drug screens, paternity test, alcohol test, and breath test
  • Calculate test results and log and report results using computer
  • Operate, maintain, and clean diagnostic equipment
  • Practice safe work habits, including complying with all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations
  • Oversee medical laboratory testing site and the day to day operations as acting supervisor when supervisor is on scheduled leave or unexpected absence.
  • Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
  • Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.

Registered medical assistant

Medstar washington primary care
06.2017 - 04.2019
  • Creating supportive environment by welcoming and assisting patients
  • Obtaining personal and health information, managing patient files, and updating electronic health records
  • Guiding patients through facility, as well as explaining procedures and treatments
  • Recording vital signs and preparing and collecting laboratory specimens
  • Assisting physician with patient examinations and minor procedures including X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing, administering vaccines, and ear irrigation
  • Relaying diagnostic tests and assessment results to healthcare professionals
  • Called in patients prescription refills and orders as prescribed by physician
  • Prepared patients’ files for physician’s review and create new patient charts
  • Preparing, setting up, and replenishing stock in examination and procedure rooms.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.

Registered medical assistant

sibley memorial hospital
10.2006 - 06.2017
  • Creating a supportive environment by welcoming and assisting patients
  • Obtaining personal and health information, managing patient files, and updating electronic health records
  • Explain and discuss procedures, treatments, medications, and other physician instructions including specialized infectious disease issues
  • Recording vital signs and preparing and collecting laboratory specimens for Gynecological patients with acute and chronic pain
  • Relaying diagnostic tests and assessment results to healthcare professionals
  • Prepared patients’ files for physician’s review and create new patient charts
  • Perform administrative duties to include scheduling appointments, answering and triaging calls, verifying insurance, and managing medical billing as needed
  • Called in patients prescription refills and orders as prescribed by physician
  • Assisting physician with patient examinations and minor procedures including LEEP’s, Endometrial biopsy, vaginal and cervical biopsy, and endocervical curettage.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

University of District of Columbia
Washington, DC

Certified nursing assistant and phlebotomy liceense -

Northern Virgina Community
Alexandria, VA
03.2006

Skills

  • Computer Skills
  • Specimen preparation and collection
  • Specimen analysis
  • Record Keeping
  • Billing and coding
  • Time Management
  • Equipment programming, calibration, and maintenance
  • EMR Systems
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Customer Service
  • Staff Management
  • Laboratory Safety Protocols
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • Phlebotomy Certificate
  • CPR Certification
  • CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Orthovirginia
05.2022 - Current

laboratory technician

laboratory corp of
04.2019 - 05.2022

Registered medical assistant

Medstar washington primary care
06.2017 - 04.2019

Registered medical assistant

sibley memorial hospital
10.2006 - 06.2017

Some College (No Degree) -

University of District of Columbia

Certified nursing assistant and phlebotomy liceense -

Northern Virgina Community

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