Anjalie Henry
Jamaica,NY
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with a proven history of superior performance at the 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 a deadline-driven environment. Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence, and confidentiality.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Optum (Pediatrics)
Franklin Square, NY
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- 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.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
- Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.
- Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
- Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions and provided immediate care as needed.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergent situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Facilitated emergency appointment requests, prioritizing patient care needs.
- Facilitated communication between physicians regarding patient care issues.
Medical Assistant
AFC Urgent Care Howard Beach
Queens, NY
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Draw up injections required by physician/ nurse practitioner
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Answered phones and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Conducted EKGs and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
Medical Assistant (Intern)
Silver Star Urgent Care, Lawrence
Lawrence, NY
08.2021 - 08.2021
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Conducted EKGs other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- 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.
Medical Assistant (Intern)
Advance Medical and Heart Center
Queens, NY
07.2021 - 07.2021
- Answered telephone and confirmed appointments
- Prepared patient and walked to the examination room
- Used the EHR system to save patient information, charting etc
- Documented vital signs, perform EKG’S, perform glucose test, urinalysis, create labels for the tubes
- Butterfly venipuncture, used the centrifuge machine to speared blood
Education
Certification - Healthcare Management
Allen School of Health Sciences
Brooklyn, NY06-2024
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Allen School - Jamaica
Jamaica, NY08.2022
High School Diploma -
Jamaica High School
Jamaica, Queens, NY06.2020
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Patient Scheduling
- Inventory Management
- Documentation
- Lab equipment setup
- Vital signs monitoring
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Patient Assessments
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- HIPAA Compliance
- Data Entry
- Analytical decision-making skills
- Preparing specimens and samples
- Electronic Medical Records
- First Aid
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- Triage
- Procedural Coding
- Insurance Verification
- Diagnostic Coding
- Human Resources
- Patient Interviews
- Management Principles
- Billing and Reimbursement
- Health Informatics
- Waived Lab Test
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant
- BLS Certification
- OSHA 10HR Certification
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Optum (Pediatrics)
01.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
AFC Urgent Care Howard Beach
11.2021 - 01.2023
Medical Assistant (Intern)
Silver Star Urgent Care, Lawrence
08.2021 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant (Intern)
Advance Medical and Heart Center
07.2021 - 07.2021
Certification - Healthcare Management
Allen School of Health Sciences
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Allen School - Jamaica
High School Diploma -
Jamaica High School
- CPR Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant
- BLS Certification
- OSHA 10HR Certification
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