CRYSTAL SCHAUS
Wichita,Ks
Summary
Motivated professional seeking to diversify skills within another professional field. Passionate about becoming associated with a company that values expertise and offers opportunities for growth. Committed to contributing to company success and utilizing existing skills while gaining further experience to drive organizational growth.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Heartland Dermatology and Skin Cancer Clinic
07.2020 - 11.2024
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Utilized electronic health records software proficiently to input data accurately, facilitating smooth transitions between healthcare providers during patient handoffs.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted physicians in providing quality care through thorough documentation of medical histories and physical examination results.
- Prepared patients for examinations or treatments, positioning them properly to ensure comfort throughout the procedure while assisting healthcare professionals as needed.
- Ensured optimal patient experience by maintaining a clean, comfortable, and organized treatment environment.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Built rapport with diverse populations of patients through compassionate listening skills and empathetic communication.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills while juggling multiple responsibilities including front office duties like answering phones or processing billing inquiries alongside clinical tasks when required.
- Recognized potential emergencies, acting swiftly to notify appropriate personnel and initiate necessary protocols for patient safety.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Medical Assistant
Wichita Dermatology dba Moeller Dermatology
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
LOCAL STORE MARKETER
Bubba's 33
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Created compelling marketing materials such as flyers, posters, and digital content that showcased current promotions and seasonal offerings effectively.
- Spearheaded loyalty program initiatives, resulting in higher repeat business from satisfied customers.
- Organized successful store events, attracting new customers and fostering brand loyalty among existing clientele.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating and implementing engaging in-store promotions and events.
- Improved customer engagement with personalized shopping experiences tailored to individual preferences.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
THE DERMATOLOGY CLINIC PA-C
01.2002 - 04.2019
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- 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 clean and safe clinic environment by adhering to sanitation protocols.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
Medical Assistant
BREAST CARE CENTRE
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Provide nursing care and expertise within the clinic, prepare rooms for the Physician to provide patient care, perform biopsy and assessment of patients
- Contributed to strategic plans and initiatives to advance standards of care excellence, improve patient outcomes and drive continuous improvement
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
Education
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - General Studies
National Healthcareer Association
1997
High School Diploma -
Newton High School
Newton, KS05-1995
Skills
- Companionship and emotional support
- Wound care specialist
- Compassionate caregiver
- Patient relations
- Reliable team player
- Complex Problem-solving
- EMR / EHR
- CPR
- Direct patient care
- Physician support
- Medical equipment operation
- Medical procedure assistance
- Medical terminology proficiency
Professionalreferences
- Kevin Brough, MD, Heartland Dermatology, (214)-394-6412
- Lindsey Most, RN, Former Co-Worker-The Dermatology Clinic, PA, (316)-617-0821
- Janice Runa, RN, Retired Office Administrator-The Dermatology Clinic, PA, (620)-545-7866
Timeline
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Heartland Dermatology and Skin Cancer Clinic
07.2020 - 11.2024
Medical Assistant
Wichita Dermatology dba Moeller Dermatology
09.2019 - 07.2020
LOCAL STORE MARKETER
Bubba's 33
04.2019 - 10.2019
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
THE DERMATOLOGY CLINIC PA-C
01.2002 - 04.2019
Medical Assistant
BREAST CARE CENTRE
01.2000 - 01.2002
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - General Studies
National Healthcareer Association
High School Diploma -
Newton High School
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