Dawn Russomanno
Palm Coast,FL
Summary
Dynamic Medical Assistant with extensive experience at OBGYN Associates of St. Augustine, excelling in patient scheduling and clinical documentation. Proven ability to enhance patient experiences through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in phlebotomy and HIPAA compliance, ensuring a safe and organized clinical environment while supporting healthcare teams in delivering quality care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
OBGYN Associates of St. Augustine
08.2023 - Current
- Managed scheduling of patient appointments, and reducing wait times.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that made a reassuring experience at our practice.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Managed appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
Medical Assistant
Bayside Manor
02.2015 - 10.2018
- Conducted routine clinical tasks, including vital sign measurements and patient assessments.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to prepare examination rooms and maintain sterile environments.
- Maintained electronic health records, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with regulations.
- Supported medical staff during procedures, demonstrating a safe environment in fast-paced clinical settings.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Empowered patients through education on self-management techniques for chronic conditions.
Medical Assistant
OBGYN Group of Metuchen
08.2007 - 09.2014
- Assisted with patient intake procedures, ensuring accurate documentation and efficient flow of operations.
- Administered medications and vaccinations under direct supervision, adhering to safety protocols.
- Supported medical staff during procedures.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Facilitated patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Assisted physicians with minor procedures, including preparing exam room and sterilizing instruments.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Education
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assistant
Sanford Brown Institute
Iselin, NJ07-2007
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital sign monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Phlebotomy
- Patient assessments
- Insurance verification
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate caregiver
- OB/GYN procedures
Timeline
Medical Assistant
OBGYN Associates of St. Augustine
08.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Bayside Manor
02.2015 - 10.2018
Medical Assistant
OBGYN Group of Metuchen
08.2007 - 09.2014
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assistant
Sanford Brown Institute
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