Pebbles Griffin
Aurora,Illinois
Summary
Knowledgeable Medical Assistant with exceptional patient care, assessment, and education skills. Capable in collecting and handling samples, documenting histories, and updating charts. Team-oriented, HIPAA compliant, and compassionate in helping patients with diverse needs. Medical Assistant able to independently handle clinical tasks in fast-paced environments. Support physicians by preparing and assessing patients, assisting with procedures, and collecting samples. Organized, efficient, and adaptable to changing patient presentations and clinical requirements.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant Supervisor
Octapharma Plasma Center
Aurora, IL
09.2022 - Current
- Resolved customer complaints regarding administrative or clinical services rendered by the team of medical assistants.
- Supervised and coordinated the daily activities of medical assistants; monitored workflow to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained records of employee attendance, discipline issues, leave requests, training sessions attended by employees.
- Provided support during peak periods or when additional staffing was required due to absences or vacations
- Performed periodic audits of records maintained by Medical Assistants related to patient visits and encounters.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used by Medical Assistants; placed orders as needed.
- Collaborated with management teams from other departments to identify opportunities for cross-functional collaboration.
- Analyzed samples of biological material for chemical content or reaction.
- Collected and studied blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology or blood group.
Medical Assistant
Rush Copley Medical Group
Aurora, IL
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Medical Assistant Volunteer
Austin Health
Chicago, Illinois
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and information in medical records.
- Prepared patients for examination by taking vital signs and collecting patient history.
- Administered injections under the direction of a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and hemoglobin testing.
- Ensured that all necessary paperwork is completed prior to patient discharge from the clinic.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the clinic and assisted them through registration processes.
Medical Assistant
Fox Valley urgent Care
Aurora, Illinois
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Assisted clinicians with in-office procedures.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Medical Assistant Extern
Midwest Allergy & Asthma
Westchester, Illinois
11.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted with surgical procedures with skilled setup of surgical trays and supplies.
- Administered daily medications, checked vital signs and handled basic requests.
- Maintained detailed records of patient medical histories, diagnoses, treatments, test results, and follow-up visits.
- Performed pulmonary function tests to measure lung capacity in diagnosing asthma or other respiratory problems.
- Educated patients on procedures and treatments, answering questions regarding post-operative care and medication side effects.
- Prepared patient, equipment and supplies for specific procedures.
- Educated patients on following physicians' instructions following discharge.
- Advised patients about lifestyle changes that can help them manage their condition better.
- Educated families about managing food allergies in children safely while still providing nutritious meals.
- Monitored patient progress during office visits and adjusted medications accordingly.
Education
Medical Assistant Diploma -
Lincoln College of Technology
Melrose Park, Illinois01.2020
Skills
- Knowledgeable Medical Assistant
- Exceptional patient care
- Assessment
- Education skills
- Collecting and handling samples
- Documenting histories
- Updating charts
- Team-oriented
- HIPAA compliant
- Compassionate
- Independent clinical tasks
- Preparing and assessing patients
- Assisting with procedures
- Collecting samples
- Organized
- Efficient
- Adaptable
- Changing patient presentations
- Clinical requirements
- Hardworking
- Quick Learner
- Fast Pace Worker
- Strong communication
- Phlebotomy
- Vital signs documentation
- Specimen collection
Timeline
Medical Assistant Supervisor
Octapharma Plasma Center
09.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Rush Copley Medical Group
12.2021 - 04.2022
Medical Assistant Volunteer
Austin Health
07.2021 - 09.2021
Medical Assistant
Fox Valley urgent Care
07.2020 - 09.2020
Medical Assistant Extern
Midwest Allergy & Asthma
11.2019 - 01.2020
Medical Assistant Diploma -
Lincoln College of Technology
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