JaNae Williams
Summary
Experienced Medical Assistant with expertise in venipuncture blood draws, vital sign assessment, twelve-lead EKG administration, pediatric immunization and adult injection administration, urinalysis and vision screening, equipment autoclaving, ear irrigation, rapid strep and flu testing, wound care provision, casting assistance, PFT and diabetic testing administration, and pap smear and vaginal exam assistance. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, knowledgeable in EMR systems, ICD/CPT coding, Allscripts Live, and medical insurance protocols.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Medical Assistant
Methodist Hospitals
08.2019 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Prepared examination rooms with necessary tools and instruments prior to each appointment, enabling smooth transitions between patients.
- Aided in the prevention of illnesses by administering vaccinations according to established protocols.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Reduced wait times for patients by swiftly triaging incoming cases based on urgency or severity of symptoms.
- Continuously improved professional knowledge through attendance at workshops, seminars, or conferences related to the field of medical assisting.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
Registered Medical Assistant and Front Office
Franciscan Hammond Clinic
09.2011 - 08.2019
- Answering telephones
- Updating and filing patient medical records
- Coding and filling out insurance forms
- Scheduling appointments
- Arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services
- Handling correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping
- Taking medical histories
- Explaining treatment procedures to patients
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Registered Medical Assistant
Family Health Wellness Center
05.2007 - 10.2011
- Take Vital Signs
- Collect Patient Medical History and Chief Complaint
- Assisting the physician during exams
- Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens
- Performing basic laboratory tests
- Instructing patients about medication and special diets
- Preparing and administering medications as directed by a physician
- Authorizing prescription refills as directed
- Drawing blood
- Removing sutures and changing dressings
Education
Associate Degree of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
Gary, IN05-2027
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Olympia College
Merrillville, IN01.2007
Skills
- Venipuncture blood draws
- Take vital signs
- Twelve lead EKG’s
- Pediatric Immunizations
- Adult Injections
- Urinalysis
- Vision Screening
- Autoclaving
- Ear Irrigation
- Rapid Strep Testing
- Flu Testing
- Wound Care
- Assist with Casting
- PFT
- Diabetic Testing
- Assistance with Pap Smears and Vaginal Exams
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- EMR
- ICD/CPT coding
- Direct Patient Care
- Procedure Assistance
- All scripts Live
- Medical Insurance
- Minor Surgical Assistance
- Patient Assessments
- Insurance Verification
- Wound Care Assistance
- Medical office administration
Timeline
Registered Medical Assistant
Methodist Hospitals
08.2019 - Current
Registered Medical Assistant and Front Office
Franciscan Hammond Clinic
09.2011 - 08.2019
Registered Medical Assistant
Family Health Wellness Center
05.2007 - 10.2011
Associate Degree of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Olympia College