Elizabeth Haralson
Summary
Proactive Medical Assistant with extensive experience in patient care, clinic operations, and laboratory procedures. Skilled in phlebotomy, EKGs, and administering medications, with a strong focus on maintaining a safe and clean clinical environment. Committed to improving patient satisfaction through compassionate care and thorough clinical documentation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Specialist For Health
07.2021 - Current
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans. Schedule patient appointments.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- draw blood and other samples from patients for testing, donation.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing room and sterilizing instruments.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Performs EKG.
- Toe nail trims and quantoflo.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Medical Assistant
Story Book Pediatrics
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing room and sterilizing instruments.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Supported patient well-being, providing empathetic care and addressing concerns with sensitivity.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Medical Assistant
The Company Doctor
08.2000 - 07.2019
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Measured patient spirometry.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Improved clinical workflow with introduction of electronic health records system.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Education
Certification - Medical Assistant
Maric College
Vista, CA04-1995
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Scheduling
- Customer Service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Medical Terminology
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Phlebotomy
- Reliable team player
- Procedure Assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic Medical Records
- Compassionate
- CPR
- Immunization Administration
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient Assessments
- Medical Procedures
- Laboratory Specimen Collection
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Appointment Setting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Sterilization techniques
- Medical supply inventory
- Equipment Sterilization
- Trustworthy companion
- Adaptable
- Patient Relations
- Simple dressings
Certification
Basic Life Certificate BSL
Registered Medical Assistant RMA
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Specialist For Health
07.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
Story Book Pediatrics
07.2019 - 06.2021
Medical Assistant
The Company Doctor
08.2000 - 07.2019
Certification - Medical Assistant
Maric College
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