Cherry Owens
Anderson,SC
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
PCPMG
Anderson, SC
07.1999 - Current
- Ordered medical supplies from approved vendors based on predetermined budget parameters.
- Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
- Monitored lab results for accuracy and alerted physicians immediately if any abnormalities were detected.
- Administered injections under the direction of a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning correctly prior to use during patient examinations or treatments.
- Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
- Performed clerical tasks such as transcribing dictation from physicians or coding patient information into electronic databases.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
- Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
- Provided support to physicians during consultations by recording patient histories accurately and documenting treatment plans accordingly.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork.
- Educated patients on preventive care topics such as diet and exercise habits or medication compliance.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Contributed to office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
- Assessed, documented, and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Forrest Jr College
Anderson, SC06-1999
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- HIPAA Compliance
- [Type] coding
- Inventory and supply management
- Clinical applications
- Patient Scheduling
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
PCPMG
07.1999 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Forrest Jr College
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