Christopher Scott
Morrow,GA
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Piedmont Urgent Care By Wellstreet
Ellenwood, GA
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
Medical Assistant
Southside Medical Center
Atlanta, GA
01.2019 - 03.2023
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests and sample analyses to monitor diseases.
Medical Assistant
Peachtree Immediate Care
Decatur, GA
03.2016 - 12.2018
- Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Medical Assistant
Midtown Neurology
Atlanta, GA
11.2014 - 02.2016
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Education
Medical Assisting
Anthem College
Atlanta, GA01-2015
High School Diploma -
South Atlanta
Atlanta, GA05-2012
Skills
- Check-in coordination
- Intake control
- Patient Scheduling
- Payment Collection
- Medical office administration
- Phlebotomy
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient-focused care
- Stocking supplies
- Pulmonary function tests (PFTs)
- Electronic Health Records
- Insurance Verification
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Piedmont Urgent Care By Wellstreet
03.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Southside Medical Center
01.2019 - 03.2023
Medical Assistant
Peachtree Immediate Care
03.2016 - 12.2018
Medical Assistant
Midtown Neurology
11.2014 - 02.2016
Medical Assisting
Anthem College
High School Diploma -
South Atlanta
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