Elizabeth Cavanaugh
Broken Arrow
Summary
Dynamic Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Ascension St. John Hospital, excelling in patient care and electronic health records management. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and ensure HIPAA compliance while delivering compassionate support. Skilled in medication administration and effective communication, fostering positive patient relationships and improving care outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Ascension St. John Hospital
Tulsa
12.2022 - Current
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- 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.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Daycare Teacher
Lapetite Daycare
Broken Arrow
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Maintained supplies inventory for the classroom including art materials and books.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Created and maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating environment conducive to learning.
- Guided children in developing essential life skills, such as independence and problem-solving.
Education
Other - Medical Assisting
Wichita Technician Institute
Tulsa, Oklahoma 11-2022
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Vital signs measurement
- Appointment scheduling
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Confidential information handling
- Laboratory specimen collection
- Clinical equipment operation
- Patient registration
- Time management
- Patient relations
- Clinical applications
- Clinical operations
- Vital sign monitors
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Restocking lab supplies
- Patient scheduling
- Electronic medical records
- Insurance verification
- Able to lift 25 pounds
- Valid Oklahoma driver's license
- Monitoring patient progress
- EMR / EHR
- HIPAA compliance
- Procedure assistance
- Certified in basic life support (BLS)
- Payment collection
- Clinical and administrative support
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Ascension St. John Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Daycare Teacher
Lapetite Daycare
03.2022 - 09.2022
Other - Medical Assisting
Wichita Technician Institute