John O'Bryan
Tallahassee,FL
Summary
Knowledgeable Certified Medical Assistant with exceptional background over 8+ 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
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Wilson Family Medicine
Tallahassee , FL
2016.06 - Current
- Performed patient intake, including taking vital signs and medical histories.
- Assisted physicians with clinical procedures such as suturing, drawing blood, and administering injections.
- Maintained up-to-date records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns in the electronic health record system.
- Provided patient education regarding medications, treatments, diet modifications and lifestyle changes to improve health outcomes.
- Documented lab results accurately into the Electronic Medical Record system.
- Conducted EKGs for patients and monitored heart rate during stress tests.
- Prepared treatment rooms by stocking supplies and ensuring sterile instruments were available.
- Ordered laboratory tests and interpreted results in collaboration with healthcare team members.
- Communicated effectively with patients to provide a positive experience throughout their visit.
- Ensured accuracy of all documents related to patient visits including consent forms, discharge instructions and follow-up appointments.
- Assisted in scheduling appointments for patients over the phone or via email communication.
- Administered medication under the direction of a physician or nurse practitioner using proper safety protocols.
- Performed wound care management including dressing changes and debridement when necessary.
- Performed laboratory specimen collections such as urine samples or throat swabs according to established standards.
- Facilitated referrals from primary care providers to specialists for further testing or treatment options.
- Answered phones promptly while providing excellent customer service to callers inquiring about services offered at the clinic.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations within the clinic setting by following established protocols.
- Provided support to nursing staff by performing tasks such as changing bed linens or restocking supplies.
- Participated in continuing education courses relevant to clinical medical assisting duties.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions by request of the ordering physician.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Recorded vital signs and medical history for at least 15 patients each shift.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.
Surgical Assistant
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
Tallahassee , FL
2013.01 - 2015.06
- Assisted in prepping operating room for surgery by sterilizing instruments and setting up equipment.
- Maintained sterile environment in the operating room during surgical procedures.
- Provided assistance to surgeons, circulating nurses, and anesthesiologists with patient positioning, draping, and preparation of operative sites.
- Gathered and passed instruments to surgeon during operation.
- Performed suturing techniques under direct supervision of a surgeon.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team as necessary.
- Transported patients to recovery area after completion of surgery.
- Cleansed surgical instruments following use in order to ensure safe storage.
- Provided emotional support to family members before, during, and after surgery.
- Assisted surgeons in variety of minor and major surgical procedures.
- Demonstrated appropriate techniques to assist surgeons with closure of incisions.
- Exhibited confidence to work extremely well under pressure and with variety of physicians of different temperaments.
- Communicated with patients after surgery to assess recovery and mitigate complications.
- Follows complex and comprehensive verbal and written instructions.
- Provided surgical support to help orthopedic, general, and neuro surgeons execute safe operations and procedures resulting in positive patient outcomes.
Education
CMA - Medical Assisting
Health Sciences Consulting
Tallahassee2021-03
Associate of Science - Biology
Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL 2020.01 - Current
Skills
- Patient Flow Management
- Procedure Assistance
- Medical Terminology
- Indirect Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Phlebotomy
- First Aid
- Clinical applications
- Preparing specimens and samples
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Catheter change and preparation
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical Documentation
- CPR
- Medical Procedures
- EKG set up and monitoring
- Doppler proficiency
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Direct Patient Care
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Irish
Limited
Timeline
Associate of Science - Biology
Tallahassee Community College
2020.01 - Current
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Wilson Family Medicine
2016.06 - Current
Surgical Assistant
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
2013.01 - 2015.06
CMA - Medical Assisting
Health Sciences Consulting
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