Derrick Pearson
Tampa,FL
Summary
Self-disciplined professional who combines strong customer service skills with a positive, team oriented attitude to illustrate value. Follows policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure consistent quality. Leads by example and sets high standards for performance. Keen ability to stay organized and meet deadlines while handling multiple priorities. Skilled problem solver, able to assess situations and identify solutions. Manages time and priorities in high demand situations.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Medical Assistant II
AdventHealth Care Pavillion
12.2021 - Current
- Administered patient care procedures, ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Conducted patient intake assessments, documenting medical histories and vital signs accurately.
- Assisted healthcare providers during examinations, enhancing efficiency of clinical workflows.
- Managed electronic health records system, maintaining data accuracy and confidentiality.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Completed thorough chart reviews to ensure proper documentation of all pertinent medical information.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Medical Assistant I
Tampa Family Health
08.2016 - 11.2021
- Complete blood draws, package and label specimens, and sends to LabCorp for additional testing.
- Process blood and specimen collected for various tests.
- Access patient records and demographics via Integrity Medical Systems EMR.
- Perform triage functions, vitals and EKG's.
- Schedule appointments and verify insurance coverage.
- Utilize medical terminology and abides by HIPAA compliance guidelines.
Meat / Seafood Associate
Winn Dixie Supermarket
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Trimmed and cut meats, weighed for individual servings.
- Remained attentive to detail and ensured compliance to all safety measures and guidelines.
- Ensured customers were assisted properly and their questions and concerns are addressed.
Meat / Seafood Associate
Sweet Bay Supermarket
11.2012 - 04.2015
Rigger
BAE Systems
06.2003 - 01.2008
- Attached loads of construction equipment to cranes or structures using cables, pulleys and winches.
- Performed quick load calculations for each load, utilizing appropriate engineering principles.
- Utilized various suspension techniques to get load around obstacles on a construction site to the desired location.
Petty Officer First Class
U.S. Navy
06.2003 - 01.2008
- Supervised, trained, and assigned work for up to 40 individuals in aspects of seamanship, equipment maintenance, inventory, and record keeping.
- Oversaw cargo handling and rigging for fuel at sea.
- Performed damage control and basic firefighting procedures.
- Inspected and maintained equipment, kept accurate records, and oversaw repairs.
Petty Officer Second Class
U.S. Navy
06.1994 - 06.2003
- Interpreted nautical rules of the road to avoid collisions.
- Directed winch and crane operators, rigged cargo handling equipment, and painted surfaces.
Petty Officer Third Class
U.S. Navy
12.1990 - 06.1994
- Navigated small boats, kept accurate records, and maintained equipment.
- Stood watch as boatswain's mate-of-watch at sea and in port.
Navy Seaman
U.S. Navy
12.1987 - 12.1990
- Performed seamanship functions, identified dangers, and maintained equipment.
Education
Medical Assistant -
Ultimate Medical Academy
Tampa, FL07.2016
Skills
- Medical Assistant (MA)
- Allied Healthcare
- Medical Office Procedures
- Medical Coding
- ICD-9
- CPT
- Medical Terminology
- Pharmacology
- OSHA
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical Procedures
- Diagnostic Testing
- Vital Signs
- Glucose
- HGB
- Patient Care
- EKG/ECG
- Telemetry
- Triage
- Suture Removal
- Specimen Prep
- Urinalysis
- Phlebotomy
- Venipuncture
- Finger/Capillary Sticks
- Injections (IM, ID, SQ)
- Electronic Medical Records (EHR/EMR)
- Practice Fusion
- Front/Back Office
- Computer Skills
- Data Entry
Timeline
Registered Medical Assistant II
AdventHealth Care Pavillion
12.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant I
Tampa Family Health
08.2016 - 11.2021
Meat / Seafood Associate
Winn Dixie Supermarket
04.2015 - 08.2016
Meat / Seafood Associate
Sweet Bay Supermarket
11.2012 - 04.2015
Rigger
BAE Systems
06.2003 - 01.2008
Petty Officer First Class
U.S. Navy
06.2003 - 01.2008
Petty Officer Second Class
U.S. Navy
06.1994 - 06.2003
Petty Officer Third Class
U.S. Navy
12.1990 - 06.1994
Navy Seaman
U.S. Navy
12.1987 - 12.1990
Medical Assistant -
Ultimate Medical Academy
Military Service
U.S. Navy, Petty Officer First Class, 2003-06-01, 2008-01-01, Supervised, trained, and assigned work for up to 40 individuals in aspects of seamanship, equipment maintenance, inventory, and record keeping., Oversaw cargo handling and rigging for fuel at sea., Performed damage control and basic firefighting procedures., Inspected and maintained equipment, kept accurate records, and oversaw repairs., Petty Officer Second Class, 1994-06-01, 2003-06-01, Interpreted nautical rules of the road to avoid collisions., Directed winch and crane operators, rigged cargo handling equipment, and painted surfaces., Petty Officer Third Class, 1990-12-01, 1994-06-01, Navigated small boats, kept accurate records, and maintained equipment., Stood watch as boatswain's mate-of-watch at sea and in port., Navy Seaman, 1987-12-01, 1990-12-01, Performed seamanship functions, identified dangers, and maintained equipment.
Key Qualifications
- Medical Assistant (MA)
- Allied Healthcare
- Medical Office Procedures
- Medical Coding
- ICD-9
- CPT
- Medical Terminology
- Pharmacology
- OSHA
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical Procedures
- Diagnostic Testing
- Vital Signs
- Glucose
- HGB
- Patient Care
- EKG/ECG
- Telemetry
- Triage
- Suture Removal
- Specimen Prep
- Urinalysis
- Phlebotomy / Venipuncture
- Finger/Capillary Sticks
- Injections (IM, ID, SQ)
- Electronic Medical Records (EHR/EMR)
- Practice Fusion
- Front/Back Office
- Computer Skills
- Data Entry
Registrations Certifications
- HIV/AIDS/Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP)
- CPR/BLS/AED
- First Aid
- National Medical Assistant Registration (RMA), #301347646
Education Professional Development
- Ultimate Medical Academy, Tampa, FL, Medical Assistant, 2016-07-01
- Ambassador student for Ultimate Medical Academy
- American Council on Education, Primary Leadership Development Program, Air Capable Ship Helicopter Fire Fighting Team Training, Safety Programs Afloat, First Line Leadership Development Program, Industrial Health Program Afloat, General Shipboard Fire Fighting, Shipboard Aircraft Fire Fighting
Externship Experience
NuMale Medical Center, Tampa, FL, Medical Assistant, 220, 2016-06-01, 2016-07-01, Drew blood samples, roomed patients, and took vital signs and detailed patient histories., Assisted physician with surgical procedures, answered phones and greeted patients.
Credentials
RMA
Personal Information
- ID Type: National Medical Assistant Registration (RMA)
- ID Number: 301347646