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
24
24
years of professional experience
2003
2003
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Medical Assistant
Mercy Primary Care
Pauls Valley
03.2022 - Current
Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
Scheduled patient appointments and managed clinic calendar efficiently.
Collected and documented patient medical histories and vital signs.
Prepared treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness and proper equipment availability.
Administered medications and injections under provider supervision.
Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
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.
Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Department of Corrections
Lexington
01.2016 - 10.2020
Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
Processed medical data requests for healthcare providers and patients.
Reviewed documentation for compliance with privacy regulations and policies.
Assisted in training new staff on health information management practices.
Conducted audits of medical records to ensure quality control standards were met.
Entered data into electronic health record systems to ensure accuracy and completeness of medical records.
Retrieved patient medical records upon request from physicians or other authorized personnel.
Scanned paper documents into electronic health record systems using document imaging software.
Kept department clean, organized and professional.
Scheduled appointments and updated calendars for medical staff based on patient records.
Patient Care Technician
Southern Oklahoma Resource Center
Pauls Valley
07.2001 - 12.2014
Assisted healthcare professionals in providing direct patient care and support.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Educated patients on personal hygiene and daily living activities.
Supported mobility and physical therapy exercises for patients.
Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.