Certified Medical Assistant
St. Anthony’s Family Clinic
Pendleton
08.2021 - Current
- Provided patient care by preparing examination rooms and ensuring cleanliness.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures as needed.
- Recorded patient medical histories and maintained accurate electronic health records.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to enhance overall patient experience.
- Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
- Provided support to patients by helping them fill out forms and answering their questions about health care services.
- Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
- Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.