Jeanette Leighton
Saginaw,TX
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong foundation in supporting medical teams and providing patient care. Proven ability to handle clinical and administrative tasks with precision. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to evolving healthcare needs. Proficient in patient interaction and medical record management.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Dr. Craig Dearden, M.D.
12.2017 - 03.2025
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals for patient referrals, ensuring a seamless transition and continuation of care.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Team Lead and Trainer
USMD
02.2014 - 12.2017
- Assessments and history of patients and vital signs
- Perform EKG's, in office testing, and administered injections
- Assisted the physicians with the in-office procedures
- Authorize patient's medications
Clinic Lead of Patient Care
Fort Worth Med-Peds/Health e-care
04.2002 - 01.2014
- I gathered assessment data and history, vital signs, EKG's, in office tests, and injections
- I also assisted physician with the in-office procedures, authorize patient's medications, and manage Coumadin patients
Skills
- Leadership
- Phlebotomy
- Patient care
- EKG's
- Multitasking and organization
- Medication administration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Injection administration
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Dr. Craig Dearden, M.D.
12.2017 - 03.2025
Team Lead and Trainer
USMD
02.2014 - 12.2017
Clinic Lead of Patient Care
Fort Worth Med-Peds/Health e-care
04.2002 - 01.2014
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