Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Jennifer James

Warwick,NY

Summary

Knowledgeable Medical Assistant with exceptional background over 19+ years handling intensive clinical environments. Quality-driven and safety-oriented with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities. Experienced in collaborating across disciplines to support patient needs and enhance care.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Crystal Run Ambulatory Surgery Center
Middletown, NY
09.2021 - Current
  • Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
  • Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
  • Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
  • Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
  • Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
  • Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
  • Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
  • Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.

Medical Assistant

Crystal Run Healthcare
Middletown, NY
01.2006 - 09.2021
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
  • Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
  • Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
  • Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.

Medical Assistant

Horizon Family Medical
Goshen, NY
09.2004 - 01.2006
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
  • Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
  • Conducted routine laboratory tests and sample analyses to monitor diseases.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.

Education

Associate's Degree - Business

Orange County Community College

High school diploma -

S.S Seward

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Rockland Community College
Suffern, NY

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Orange County Community College
Middletown, NY

Skills

  • Medical Terminology
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • CPR
  • Vital Sign Monitoring
  • Quick Problem Solver
  • Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Electrocardiography (EKG)
  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Proper Sterilization Techniques
  • Advanced Anatomy Knowledge
  • Venipuncture and Phlebotomy

Certification

  • BLS - Basic Life Support
  • CPR certified through American Heart Association
  • AED certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Crystal Run Ambulatory Surgery Center
09.2021 - Current

Medical Assistant

Crystal Run Healthcare
01.2006 - 09.2021

Medical Assistant

Horizon Family Medical
09.2004 - 01.2006

Associate's Degree - Business

Orange County Community College

High school diploma -

S.S Seward

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Rockland Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Orange County Community College
  • BLS - Basic Life Support
  • CPR certified through American Heart Association
  • AED certified
Jennifer James