Jesseca Landry
Mandeville,LA
Summary
Compassionate and respectful collaborator recognized for delivering high-quality healthcare. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
St. Tammany Hospital
Covington, LA
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Administered rapid tests for COVID, Flu and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
Medical Assistant
Ochsner Medical Center
Covington, LA
02.2018 - 11.2022
- Provided administrative and clinical support to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
- Performed vital signs such as height, weight, blood pressure measurements.
- Prepared examination rooms with necessary instruments and supplies for examinations or treatments.
- Documented patient care services by charting in the medical record according to accepted practices.
- Ensured that all patient safety policies were followed throughout each procedure and visit.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at office visits and verified demographic data before appointment start times.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare providers both verbally and through written documentation.
- Answered phone calls from patients seeking advice or assistance with medical issues.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and nurses and hospital staff when coordinating complex cases.
Medical Assistant
Advanced Brain and Spine Institute
Mandeville, LA
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Filed insurance claims forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Delta College
Covington, LA2024
Medical Assistant
Delta College
Covington, LA2016
High School Diploma -
D.G.F High School
Rota, Spain2013
Skills
- Patient Scheduling
- Procedure Assistance
- Patient-Focused Care
- Indirect Patient Care
- Phlebotomy
- Medical Terminology
- HIPAA Compliance
- Direct Patient Care
- Customer Service
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Sterile Technique
- Patient Relations
- Understands Medical Procedures
- Adaptable
- Preparing Specimens and Samples
- EKG Set up and Monitoring
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Medical Procedures
- Quick Problem Solver
- Doppler Proficiency
- Patient Feeding
- Reliable Transportation
- Venipuncture and Phlebotomy
- IV Discontinuation
- CPR
- Specimens Collection and Processing
- Patient Assessments
- Proper Sterilization Techniques
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Electronic Medical Records
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Medical Assistant
St. Tammany Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Advanced Brain and Spine Institute
01.2021 - 07.2022
Medical Assistant
Ochsner Medical Center
02.2018 - 11.2022
LPN - Nursing
Delta College
Medical Assistant
Delta College
High School Diploma -
D.G.F High School