Heather Huston
Davis
Summary
Healthcare professional with 5 years of experience as a Medical Assistant and Patient Care Coordinator across dermatology, podiatry, and gynecology. Adept at guiding patients through complex treatment plans, coordinating care between providers, and delivering clear, empathetic communication in high-volume and dynamic clinical settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Back Office Medical Assistant
Calkin & Bordreaux Dermatology Associates
Sacramento
04.2025 - Current
- Deliver hands-on medical support during punch biopsies, cyst excisions, and Moh's procedures.
- Sterilize surgical sites and arranged trays for excisions and Moh's surgery.
- Assist physicians and PA's in surgeries by cutting sutures and maintaining hemostasis.
- Order lab tests, refill prescriptions and submit prescription prior authorizations to insurance companies.
- Execute post-operative care, including suture removal, pressure bandaging and wound debridement.
Clinical Assistant
Bendigo Health - Women's Health Ward
Bendigo
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Prepared exam rooms and sterile instruments for pelvic exams, Pap smears, IUD insertions, and endometrial biopsies.
- Collected and labeled vaginal, cervical, and urine samples for STI screenings.
- Conducted patient intake by recording vital signs and updating medical histories using EHR system.
Lead Surgical Assistant
Moy-Fincher-Chipps Facial Plastics and Dermatology
Beverly Hills
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Coordinated care for 40 to 200 patients daily with a team of 5 MDs, 2 PAs, and 1 NP.
- Assisted surgeons with Moh's procedures, reconstructive repairs, and melanoma excisions by cutting sutures and maintaining hemostasis.
- Supported providers during skin checks, shave and punch biopsies, and cosmetic injections.
- Documented patient encounters accurately using EHR systems while scribing for providers to retain medical terminology knowledge.
- Cross-trained on front office operations, including verifying insurance, processing payments, scheduling appointments, and updating patient records using eClinicalWorks (eCW)
Patient Care Coordinator
Moy-Fincher-Chipps Facial Plastics & Dermatology
Beverly Hills
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Facilitated cosmetic consultations by reviewing surgical and non-surgical treatment options such as neck lifts, face lifts and laser treatments.
- Acted as primary point of contact for patients pre- and post-operative, including scheduling, prescription management, and patient preparation.
Front and Back Office Medical Assistant
Dr. Lorie Robinson Podiatry
Santa Barbara
04.2020 - 08.2021
- Roomed over 30 patients daily and supported the physician by bandaging foot ulcers, diabetic wounds, and post-operative surgeries while educating on at-home care.
- Accurately transcribed medical notes using medical terminology and EHR system for precise patient charting.
- Verified insurance coverage, obtained authorizations, and ensured benefits were up-to-date before appointments.
- Coordinated scheduling for outpatient surgeries between patients, providers, and external facilities.
- Efficiently collected and processed patient payments, copays, and prior balances.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06-2020
Skills
- Surgical assistance
- Post-operative care
- Lab test ordering
- EHR documentation
- Medical terminology
- ICD10 and CPT coding
- Medical billing support
- Prescription prior authorizations
Volunteer Experience
- Medical Assistant, Venice Family Clinic, Venice, CA, 08/21 - 06/23
- Transforming Care at Bedside (TCAB) Assistant, Cedars-Sinai Hospital, Los Angeles, CA, 03/22 - 08/23
- Medical Intern, Medlife Movement, Tena, Ecuador, 03/18 - 12/19
Languages
Spanish, Highly proficient
Leadership Experience
- Philanthropy Chair, Alpha Phi Sorority - UC Santa Barbara, 2019
- New Member Educator, Alpha Phi Sorority - UC Santa Barbara, 2018
Timeline
Back Office Medical Assistant
Calkin & Bordreaux Dermatology Associates
04.2025 - Current
Clinical Assistant
Bendigo Health - Women's Health Ward
01.2024 - 12.2024
Lead Surgical Assistant
Moy-Fincher-Chipps Facial Plastics and Dermatology
08.2021 - 07.2023
Patient Care Coordinator
Moy-Fincher-Chipps Facial Plastics & Dermatology
07.2021 - 07.2023
Front and Back Office Medical Assistant
Dr. Lorie Robinson Podiatry
04.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of California, Santa Barbara
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