ELIZABETH VANDERFORD
PADUCAH,KY
Summary
Dynamic Administrative Medical Assistant with proven expertise at Baptist Health Medical Center in streamlining patient scheduling and managing electronic health records. Skilled in inventory management and effective communication, I excel in high-pressure environments while ensuring HIPAA compliance and delivering exceptional patient care. Certified in BLS, I am committed to enhancing healthcare team collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Medical Assistant
Baptist Health Medical Center
Paducah, KY
05.2025 - Current
- Streamlined patient scheduling and appointment coordination for optimal efficiency.
- Managed electronic health record systems for accurate data entry and management.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies to ensure availability for patient care.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare staff to address patient inquiries and concerns.
- Provided comprehensive instructions to patients on medications, treatments, and preventive care.
- Answered telephones, directed calls, and took messages promptly.
- Ensured accuracy of all medical documents before submission.
Medical Assistant Trainee • MA Assistant
Baptist Health Medical Group
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Facilitated patient examinations and procedures for healthcare providers.
- Collected and prepared laboratory specimens for accurate testing.
- Administered medications and injections following physician directives.
- Monitored vital signs and gathered patient histories to assist in care.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations for confidentiality of patient information.
- Communicated patient messages to physicians regarding concerns and treatment updates.
Special Education Teacher
McCracken County Public Schools
08.2021 - 05.2021
Education
University Studies
Morehead State University
Morehead, KYSkills
- Inventory and supply management
- HIPAA compliance
- Calm under pressure
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Epic Systems proficiency
- Medical terminology
- Specimen collection
- Behavioral de-escalation training
- Healthcare team collaboration
- Effective communication
COMMUNICATION
Distinguished in communication to provide interpretation and transcription of regular communication through sign language and pictures in k-5 kids. Trained on using soft skills and behavior de-escalation skills through communication techniques.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Administrative Medical Assistant
Baptist Health Medical Center
05.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant Trainee • MA Assistant
Baptist Health Medical Group
01.2023 - 04.2025
Special Education Teacher
McCracken County Public Schools
08.2021 - 05.2021
University Studies
Morehead State University
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