Daralyn Travis
Guthrie,OK
Summary
Seasoned Medical Assistant with a proven track record at in Dermatology, showcasing expertise in EMR systems like Epic and EMA/ModMed, and exceptional patient care skills. Excelled in supporting minor surgical procedures and enhancing patient education, demonstrating a blend of technical proficiency and compassionate patient interaction. A background in providing support to physicians, handling patient care tasks, and managing administrative duties. Skilled in recording vital signs, preparing patients for examination, and maintaining medical records with confidentiality and accuracy. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy. Contributed to streamlining clinical processes resulting in more efficient patient flow and enhanced care delivery.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Forefront Dermatology-Skin Cancer Treatment Center
Oklahoma City, OK
03.2022 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories, and preparing patients for examinations, and documented notes during patient visits.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures (Mohs, excisions, ED&C).
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
- Communicated with pharmacies for prescriptions, refills, and prior authorizations on behalf of the supervising physician.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions, and educated patients about medications, procedures, and physicians' instructions.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Medical Assistant
SSM Health Dermatology
Oklahoma City, OK, US
11.2018 - 03.2022
- BLS Certified
- Epic EMR
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Assisting the doctor with minor procedures during patient visits.
- Scheduling follow-up visits and procedures.
- Stocking and ordering supplies for exam rooms.
- Communicating with pharmacies for prescriptions, refills, and prior authorizations on behalf of the supervising physician.
- Answering or returning nurse calls.
- Informing patients of pathology results and keeping logs up to date.
- Maintaining correct patient records.
- Biologics patient management, paperwork, labs needed, etc.
- Accutane patient management, paperwork, labs needed, and registered with iPledge.
- Mohs referrals.
- Keeping the physician's schedule up to date.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Medical Assistant
Dermatology and Skin Cancer Surgery Center
Denton, TX, US
12.2017 - 10.2018
- EMA EMR
- Rooming and triaging patients to be seen
- Scribing patient visits
- Assisting doctor with procedures and during patient visits
- Stocking and ordering supplies in exam rooms
- Rx prior authorizations / Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment
- Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
- Answering or returning nurse calls.
- Informing patients of pathology results
- Maintaining correct patient records and cancer/pathology logs.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Front Desk Receptionist, Clinical Triage Assistant, Insurance Coordinator, Medical Assistant
Clara H. Henry, M.D., P.A.
Denton, TX, US
06.2000 - 12.2017
- Checking patients in and out
- Welcomed patrons to front desk and engaged in friendly conversations while conducting check-in process.
- Responded to customer inquiries via phone, email, and in person.
- Called insurance companies to ascertain pertinent information regarding policies and payment benefits for patients.
- Validated insurance and advised patients of benefits and coverage.
- Answering phones and triaging calls
- Scheduling
- Pulling and filing charts
- Managed incoming and outgoing mail, courier services, faxes and other correspondence.
- Maintenance of correct patient records
- Rooming and triaging patients to be seen
- Assisting doctor with procedures
- Stocking and ordering supplies in exam rooms
- Scribing patient visits
- Answering/ returning nurse calls
- Informing patients of pathology results
- Keeping physician schedule up to date
- Etc
Education
Certification - Medical transcription
Metropolitan College
Oklahoma City, OKSkills
- Certified in basic life support (BLS)
- DermTech Certified
- EMR systems (Epic and EMA/ModMed)
- Microsoft Excel
- Type >110wpm
- Medical Office Experience
- Patient management
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Compassionate
- Suture removal
- Simple dressings
- Medical procedures
- Appointment/Surgery Scheduling
- Medical Records
- Medical Transcription / Scribe
- Data Entry
- Triage
- Insurance Verification
- Experience Administering Injections
- Patient Care
- Clerical Experience
- Anatomy and Physiology Knowledge
- Computer Operation
- Laboratory Experience
- Medical Billing
- Documentation review
- Medical terminology
- Intake
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Forefront Dermatology-Skin Cancer Treatment Center
03.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
SSM Health Dermatology
11.2018 - 03.2022
Medical Assistant
Dermatology and Skin Cancer Surgery Center
12.2017 - 10.2018
Front Desk Receptionist, Clinical Triage Assistant, Insurance Coordinator, Medical Assistant
Clara H. Henry, M.D., P.A.
06.2000 - 12.2017
Certification - Medical transcription
Metropolitan College
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