Ernest Igwe
Medical Assistant
Fayetteville,NC
Summary
Reliable Medical Support professional with 10 years experience ( 6 years as a medical officer in Nigeria and 4 years as a medical assistant in America) . Smoothly evaluate patients using diverse tests and routine procedures. Good prioritization, documentation and records management abilities. Compassionate and attentive with history of making valuable contributions to healthcare teams and health systems. Bringing 10 years of experience and expertise in utilization and maintenance of medical testing equipment. Dedicated to efficient and accurate delivery of test results. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level medical assistant or otherwise position. Ready to help team achieve clinical goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiology Technician /Medical Assistant Student
Cumberland Cardiology Clinic
11.2022 - Current
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure, height, weight and BMI..
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, Venous ablation, CT angiography, ABI, ECP, LHC and echocardiogram
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
- Oriented and trained new staff, including students on proper procedures and policies.
- Efficiently performed insurance verifications, pre-certifications and pre-authorization functions.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus such ECG, Holter monitor, 30-day monitor, ABI machine, CT machine, ECP machine, stress test machine and ultrasound machine.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
Medical Assistant and Foreign Trainee
Hope Mills Urgent Care Clinic
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Attended to 25-40 patients per day
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure, temperature, height, weight and BMI.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, echocardiogram and ultrasound scan.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
Resident Doctor
Onyems B Hospital
12.2016 - 10.2019
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
- Diagnosed issues and implemented treatment plans to resolve problems or help manage symptoms.
- Met with patients to discuss medical histories and current complaints.
- Treated and monitored care of geriatric patients at local long-term care facility.
- Determined appropriate treatments to achieve balance in body.
- Monitored patients recovering post-operatively from medical and surgical procedures.
- Reviewed medical testing requests to determine validity of diagnostic testing requests.
- Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Admitted and treated patients as part of hospital's 24-hour on-call services.
- Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardized tests to check responses.
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
- Practiced medicine in modernized facility, providing diagnosis and treatment for patients.
General Medical Practitioner
General Hospital, Kachia
10.2015 - 11.2016
- Prescribed and administered medication, therapy and treatment to prevent and treat illness, injury and diseases.
- Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Reviewed medical testing requests to determine validity of diagnostic testing requests.
- Monitored patients recovering post-operatively from medical and surgical procedures.
- Determined appropriate treatments to achieve balance in body.
- Participated as monitoring physician in clinical trials of medications and treatments for patients suffering from chronic medical conditions, such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, heart failure, cancer, etc.
- Delivered prenatal care to over 20-30 pregnant women per month and provided postnatal care to infants and mothers.
- Advised patients about diet and hygiene to prevent disease.
- Administered live attenuated and killed vaccinations to immunize patients from communicable diseases.
- Remained up-to-speed with developments and best practices in medicine by attending medical conferences and seminars.
- Ordered x-rays, ultrasounds and laboratory tests.
- Monitored patients' conditions and progress to evaluate treatment efficacy.
- Coordinated and consulted with medical and surgical specialists to treat high risk or complex cases.
- Admitted and treated patients as part of hospital's 24-hour on-call services.
Medical Officer Intern
University Of Nigeria Teaching Hospital
01.2014 - 04.2015
- Set up, stored and updated customer files, department records and regulatory paperwork.
- Communicated acceptance or rejection to applicants via mail, email, telephone or personal consultations.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills for 30- 50 patients daily.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Scheduled 3-5 surgeries and booked operating rooms for various procedures.
- Used correct diagnosis-related groups based on patient encounter details.
- Processed patient admission and discharge documentation.
- Compiled electronic patient records covering conditions, treatments and diagnoses.
- Restocked each medical room with adequate supply of medications and supplies in preparation for patients.
Education
BLS Certification - BLS
American Red Cross
Cary, NC06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Medicine And Surgery
University of Nigeria, Nsukka
Nigeria03.2013
High School Diploma -
Comprehensive Secondary School, Nawfia
Nigeria06.2004
Skills
- ECW/E Clinical Scribe
- Patients medication review and reconciliation
- Vital Signs
- Clinical Clerking and physical examination of patients with physician
- Prior authorization of patient various medications
- Obtaining insurance approval for patients' medical treatments
- Scheduling and calling patients for their medical appointments
- Placing of Holter monitor on patients
- Placing of MCOT 30 -day monitor on patients
- EKG technician
- Ankle-brachial index, Framingham heart study ,Vasogram, Aortogram
- Venous ablation procedure assistant
- CT angiogram machine operator
- Aorta ultrasound scan technician
- ECP machine operator
- Training of MA and nursing students on above skills
Timeline
Cardiology Technician /Medical Assistant Student
Cumberland Cardiology Clinic
11.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant and Foreign Trainee
Hope Mills Urgent Care Clinic
07.2020 - 08.2022
Resident Doctor
Onyems B Hospital
12.2016 - 10.2019
General Medical Practitioner
General Hospital, Kachia
10.2015 - 11.2016
Medical Officer Intern
University Of Nigeria Teaching Hospital
01.2014 - 04.2015
BLS Certification - BLS
American Red Cross
Bachelor of Science - Medicine And Surgery
University of Nigeria, Nsukka
High School Diploma -
Comprehensive Secondary School, Nawfia
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