Jennifer Jenkins
Waynesville,OH
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with expertise in vital sign monitoring and patient education. Proven ability to facilitate communication between patients and healthcare providers while ensuring accuracy in clinical documentation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Ohio Pediatrics
Kettering, OH
02.2025 - 03.2026
- Assisted in patient intake and documentation, ensuring accurate medical records.
- Performed routine clinical tasks, including vital signs and lab specimen collection.
- Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers to enhance care delivery.
- Managed appointment scheduling and patient follow-ups to improve office efficiency.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions for better compliance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms to uphold safety standards.
- Supported electronic health record management, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
Certified Medical Assistant
Orthopedic Associates of Southwest Ohio
Centerville, OH
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Collaborated with healthcare team to streamline operational processes and enhance workflow.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
Certified Medical Assistant
Dayton Children's
Dayton, OH
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly upon arrival, checking them in efficiently, and answering any questions they had about their visit or overall healthcare needs.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- 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.
- Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
- Facilitated continuity of care through proper scheduling of follow-up appointments based on physician recommendations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Medical Assistant
Suburban Pediatrics
Dayton, OH
02.2019 - 09.2022
- Administered vaccines and medications, ensuring compliance with health regulations and protocols.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, optimizing clinic workflow and reducing wait times.
- Assisted in patient examinations, documenting vital signs and medical histories accurately.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and preventive care measures effectively.
- Implemented electronic health record (EHR) systems upgrades, improving data accuracy and accessibility.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
Education
Associate of Science - Phlebotomy
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OHAssociate of Science - Medical Assistant
National Healthcare Association
High School Diploma -
Springboro High School
Springboro, OHAssociate of Arts - Legal/Medical Office Technology
Warren County Career Center
Lebanon, OH2000
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient scheduling
- Patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient documentation
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Patient education
- Phlebotomy techniques
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- Phlebotomy Training
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Ohio Pediatrics
02.2025 - 03.2026
Certified Medical Assistant
Orthopedic Associates of Southwest Ohio
03.2024 - 02.2025
Certified Medical Assistant
Dayton Children's
09.2022 - 03.2024
Medical Assistant
Suburban Pediatrics
02.2019 - 09.2022
Associate of Science - Phlebotomy
Sinclair Community College
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
National Healthcare Association
High School Diploma -
Springboro High School
Associate of Arts - Legal/Medical Office Technology
Warren County Career Center