As a medical assistant, responsibilities include patient triage, monitoring vital signs, conducting bloodwork, and managing lab reports. Duties also involve scheduling appointments and maintaining office supply levels. This role necessitates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. Emphasis on patient support and operational efficiency is vital for success.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis
Memphis, TN
10.2024 - Current
Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and well-being.
Monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and report changes to healthcare team.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas for optimal hygiene standards.
Supported nursing staff with routine tasks, contributing to efficient workflow and patient care delivery.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems to ensure continuity of care.
Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Aided in the prevention of bedsores through regular repositioning of patients according to care plans.
Monitored vital signs regularly, assisting in early identification of potential health issues.
MOP, Journey 2 Health
Memphis, TN
05.2023 - 06.2023
Responsible for coordinating patient flow through and maintaining various files and all data received
Oversee schedule and schedule patients for appointments daily
Accurately enter patient information practice management software
Verify patient insurance is valid and active
Organize files and collect data to be entered
Analyze and verify files and daily schedule for errors
Report problems with information practice has received or missing data
Always maintain HIPAA compliance
Performs other duties as assigned
Education
General Studies - University Parallel Arts And Science
Dyersburg State Community
Covington, TN
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant Program
Concorde Career College
Memphis, TN
06.2023
Skills
CPR certified professional
Clerical skills with EHR systems
Expertise in medical terminology
Proficient in ICD and CPT coding
OSHA and HIPAA compliance knowledge
Laboratory procedure execution
Injection and venipuncture expertise
Patient triage capabilities
Vital signs monitoring
EKG operation
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis
10.2024 - Current
MOP, Journey 2 Health
05.2023 - 06.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant Program
Concorde Career College
General Studies - University Parallel Arts And Science
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