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
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Front and Back Office Medical Assistant
Woodhaven Family Medicine
03.2023 - 08.2024
Facilitated patient flow by notifying provider of patients' arrival, being aware of delays and communicating with patients and clinical staff.
Enhanced the overall patient experience with friendly service at reception while managing phones lines promptly to answer inquiries or book appointments efficiently.
Ensured proper follow-up care for patients by diligently scheduling referrals or additional tests as needed.
Improved overall clinic efficiency by performing clinical duties such as taking vital signs, administering injections, and drawing blood samples.
Reduced wait times for patients through proficient handling of check-in and check-out processes, ensuring smooth appointment transitions.
Maintained the confidentiality of sensitive patient information by adhering to HIPAA guidelines when handling medical records and documents.
Ordered prescription refills on behalf of existing office patients.
Registered new patients and updated existing patient demographics by collecting detailed patient information.
scanned documentation before and after appointments into EHR system.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Completed EKGs and other tests
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising
Measured patient spirometry.
Medical Assistant
DR Widerman Pediatrician
11.2021 - 03.2023
Obtained client medical history,vital signs, symptoms, and allergies.
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.
Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
Improved clinical workflow with electronic health records system.
Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Medical Records Clerk
Feasterville Family PRACTICE
04.2018 - 10.2021
Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers.
Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state and federal law.
Maintained patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.
Maintained database for storage and retrieval of medical records.
Compiled, abstracted and coded patient data using classification manuals and standard systems.
Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers
Maintained patient records in compliance with security regulations
Created new medical records and retrieved existing medical records by gathering appropriate record folders and contents and assigning and recording new record numbers
Maintained patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
Feasterville Family Practice
05.2006 - 10.2021
EMR trained
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Education
ASSOCIATE DEGREE iN MEDICAL ASSISTING - Medical Assisting
CITTONE INSTITUTE
2180 HORNING ROAD
02.2005
GENERAL STUDIES - Cosmetology
BOK TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL
8 TH MIFFLIN STREET
06.1985
Skills
EMR / EHR
Simple Dressings
Patient Assessments
Medical Records Management
Assisting with physical exams
Electrocardiographic
Phlebotomy
Using centrifuge
Respiratory therapy functions
Laboratory maintenance
Lab equipment operation
Patient-focused care
Injections
CRAFTING
I LOVE CREATING ITEMS WHICH IS A FORM OF RELAXATION FOR ME TO SEE EVERYTHING COME TOGETHER
Timeline
Front and Back Office Medical Assistant
Woodhaven Family Medicine
03.2023 - 08.2024
Medical Assistant
DR Widerman Pediatrician
11.2021 - 03.2023
Medical Records Clerk
Feasterville Family PRACTICE
04.2018 - 10.2021
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
Feasterville Family Practice
05.2006 - 10.2021
ASSOCIATE DEGREE iN MEDICAL ASSISTING - Medical Assisting
CITTONE INSTITUTE
GENERAL STUDIES - Cosmetology
BOK TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL
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