Dedicated and empathetic Advanced Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Medford Treatment Center
Medford, OR
11.2021 - Current
Assisted patients with intake procedures and completed medical history forms.
Administered medications and injections as directed by healthcare providers.
Communicated effectively with patients to ensure comfort and understanding of processes.
Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
Certified Medical Assistant
Velocity Clinical Research
Medford, Oregon
10.2020 - 11.2021
Scheduled appointments and managed patient records using electronic health systems.
Communicated effectively with patients to ensure comfort and understanding of processes.
Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Clinical Care Coordinator
Providence Medical Group Inc
Medford, Oregon
06.2018 - 11.2019
Facilitated communication between patients, families, and medical staff for care clarity.
Developed care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals for optimal outcomes.
Supported quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care processes and workflows.
Organized, coordinated and monitored patient care services to ensure efficiency and quality.
Created a safe environment that promotes positive interactions between patients, family members, significant others through active listening skills during counseling sessions.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses and therapists to coordinate optimal patient care outcomes.
Coordinated weekly work schedules for department employees.
Monitored proper clinical area appearance, sterilization and restocking by creating daily, weekly and monthly assistant tasks lists.
Monitored clinical staff work hours, sick days and vacation time.
Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss clinical updates, challenges, and strategies for improvement.
Certified Medical Assistant
Rogue Community Health
Medford, Oregon
11.2017 - 06.2018
Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
Certified Medical Assistant
Gastrointestinal Consultants
Medford, Oregon
01.2017 - 11.2017
Prepared and maintained accurate patient records and documentation.
Coordinated patient scheduling and follow-up appointments effectively.
Educated patients on treatment plans and health maintenance strategies.
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
Medical Assistant
La Clinica
Medford, Oregon
08.2012 - 01.2017
Maintained patient records and ensured data accuracy in electronic systems.
Prepared examination rooms and organized medical supplies efficiently.
Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
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