Dedicated Lead Medical Assistant equipped to manage patient, administrative and team needs with organized approach and good prioritization skills. Keeps team members on-track with close monitoring and motivational strategies. Handles patients' needs with friendly, knowledgeable approach while effectively meeting demands of busy offices and maintaining compliance with important standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Medical Assistant
Michigan ENT And Allergy Specialist
03.2017 - Current
Precepted newly hired medical assistants to train each on office procedures and important tasks.
Triaged incoming calls for provider to determine callers' needs for immediate appointments or scheduled visits.
Monitored office procedures to correct problems and implement proactive improvements for better patient flow.
Met operational targets consistently by guiding and motivating medical assistant team to effectively handling administrative and clinical needs.
Documented patient information in EMR and prepared paperwork.
Assisted physicians and nurses with clinical procedures.
Enforced department policies and procedures to keep team operating effectively and delivering top-notch care.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
Medical Assistant
Allendale Family Practice
06.2016 - 03.2017
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.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Medical Assistant Extern
Mercy Health Physician Partners
01.2016 - 03.2016
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Collected histories, vitals and current complaints via patient interviews.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Welcomed patients and inquired about wellbeing since last treatment.
Obtained accurate medical histories from patients, highlighting critical information.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MI
05.2016
Skills
Clinical and Operational Judgement
Patient Relations
Social Perceptiveness
Examination Preparation
Treatment Room Preparation
Updating Medical Records
Operating EKG Equipment
Punch Biopsies
Medical History Collection
Lab Specimens and Collections
Sterile Processing
Proper Sterilization Techniques
Inventory and Supply Management
Recording Vital Signs
Medical Terminology
Certification
CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
BLS Certified
CPR Certified
Timeline
Lead Medical Assistant
Michigan ENT And Allergy Specialist
03.2017 - Current
Medical Assistant
Allendale Family Practice
06.2016 - 03.2017
Medical Assistant Extern
Mercy Health Physician Partners
01.2016 - 03.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Davenport University
CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
BLS Certified
CPR Certified
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