Erika Killion
Beaumont,CA
Summary
I am a dedicated Medical Assistant skilled with technical, clerical, and patient support, strong interpersonal communication with talent effectively dealing with patients and staff alike. I also have a detailed understanding of medical sector and regulatory obligations concerning it.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Apple Urgent Care
Moreno Valley, CA
06.2021 - Current
- Answers central phone system and directs calls accordingly with pleasant demeanor
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Providing safe and clean working environment by complying with rules and regulations
- Clear communication and organizational skills, able to execute all oral and written directions, in English and Spanish languages
- Assist physician with minor procedures and chaperone
- Perform vital signs, etc
- Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies
- Educated patients about medications, procedures, and physician's instructions
- Organized charts, documents, and supplies to maintain team productivity
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records
- Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions
- Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions
Health Center Screener
Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Adhered to industry best practices, safety protocols and company policies
- Maintained compliance with HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy
- Assessment of all patients and staff for possible infection of Covid-19, for safe entrance into medical office
- Temperature checks, encouragement of wearing PPE, and offering antibacterial gel to sanitize hands
- Maintain a friendly and compassionate attitude with all patients and staff.
Medical Office Assistant
International Heart and Lung Institute
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Perform and record vital signs for physician and PA
- Maintained the cleanliness of exam rooms, keeping supplies well stocked
- Experienced in using EKG machine
- Support and coverage to busy front office by answering phones, greeting patients, booking appointments, ordering office and medical supplies
- Filing and scanning medical documents into EMR system
- Faxing requested documents to ordering medical offices and pharmacies under secure HIPAA guidelines.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
School of Career Education
Moreno Valley, CA06.2021
Skills
- Exceptional Bedside Manner
- HIPAA Compliance
- Front / Back Office Experience
- Critical Thinking / Troubleshooting
- Post Visit Review and Education
- Medical Terminology
- Charting Expertise
- Team Oriented
- Assist Physician and Chaperone
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Certification
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Apple Urgent Care
06.2021 - Current
Health Center Screener
Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest
10.2020 - 03.2021
Medical Office Assistant
International Heart and Lung Institute
06.2020 - 10.2020
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
School of Career Education