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Christina Clay

Denham Springs,LA

Summary

Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomist

LabCorp
08.2011 - Current
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.

Medical Assistant

Houma Urgent Care
08.2008 - 08.2011
    • 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.
    • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
    • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.

Phlebotomist

Terrebonne General Hospital
05.2007 - 08.2011
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.

Medical Assistant

Terrebonne Urology
08.2005 - 08.2011
  • 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.

Medical Assistant

Terrebonne Pediatrics
08.2005 - 08.2011
  • 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.

Education

Medical Assistant -

Bryman College
New Orleans, LA
05.2002

High School Diploma -

Ellender Memorial High School
Houma, LA
05.1994

Skills

  • Patient Data Management Systems
  • Finger Stick Method
  • Insurance Information Collection
  • Active Listening
  • Blood Cultures
  • Maintaining Confidentiality
  • Speaking
  • Specimen Collection and Storage
  • Blood Sample Collection
  • Processing Specimens

Timeline

Phlebotomist

LabCorp
08.2011 - Current

Medical Assistant

Houma Urgent Care
08.2008 - 08.2011

Phlebotomist

Terrebonne General Hospital
05.2007 - 08.2011

Medical Assistant

Terrebonne Urology
08.2005 - 08.2011

Medical Assistant

Terrebonne Pediatrics
08.2005 - 08.2011

Medical Assistant -

Bryman College

High School Diploma -

Ellender Memorial High School

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