Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Southern Illinois Dermatology
Carbondale, IL
2023 - Current
Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures to ensure high-quality care.
Managed patient intake, scheduling, and follow-up appointments for optimal clinic flow.
Administered medications and vaccinations under physician supervision, adhering to safety protocols.
Maintained accurate medical records and documentation in electronic health record systems.
Educated patients on treatment plans, medication usage, and post-operative care instructions.
Trained new staff on office procedures and best practices for enhancing patient experience.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
Medical Assistant
Orthopaedic Institute Of Southern Illinois
Herrin , Illinois
07.2020 - 2023
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
Ophthalmic Technician
Jackson Vision And Laser Center
Carbodale , Illinois
05.2018 - 06.2020
Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
Medical Assistant
SIH Urology
Carbondale , Illinois
04.2015 - 04.2018
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
Pharmacy Technician
Kroger
Anna , Illinois
11.2001 - 03.2015
Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
Stocked, labeled and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
Stocked, labeled and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns and reconcile payments.
Assisted pharmacist by filling prescriptions for customers and responding to patient questions regarding prescription and medication-specific issues.