Donette Young
St. George,UT
Summary
Adept Medical Assistant with proven expertise in patient-focused care and medical terminology proficiency, honed at Urology Associates LLC. Excels in high-pressure environments, ensuring efficient healthcare delivery through diagnostic testing assistance and compassionate patient interactions. Demonstrates a strong ability to improve patient outcomes, with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of healthcare practices.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Urology Associates LLC.
St. George, UT
06.2000 - Current
- Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests and sample analyses to monitor diseases.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UTSkills
- Phlebotomy
- Intake control
- Patient-focused care
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Reliable team player
- Diagnostic image processing
- Compassionate
- Inventory and supply management
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Professional bedside manner
- Engaging Patient Families
- Proficient in Conflict Management
- Equipment sterilization
- Preparation of Chemical Solutions
- Preparation and Change of Catheters
- Vital signs monitoring
- Insurance verification
- Infection control procedures
- Specimens collection and processing
- Diagnostic testing assistance
- Suture removal
- Medical equipment operation
- Calm and level-headed under duress
Certification
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Urology Associates LLC.
06.2000 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Southern Utah University
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