Joy Simms
Mansfield
Summary
Knowledgeable certified medical assistant with exceptional background over several 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. Compassionate Medical Assistant with a knack for completing tasks efficiently and productively. Possess specialized skills in patient care, medical record management, and clinical procedures. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring seamless support to healthcare teams and providing exceptional service to patients.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
OhioHealth
Mansfield
12.2020 - 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.
- 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.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- 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.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
Childcare Provider
Ohio Department of Job and Family Services
Mansfield
11.2002 - 03.2020
- Supervised children's activities to ensure safety and engagement.
- Monitored children's behavior and provided guidance as needed.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Maintained clean and organized play areas for optimal child interaction.
- Communicated effectively with parents about children's progress and needs.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Registered Medical Assistant
Madison Adult Career Center
Mansfield, OH06-2018
Some College (No Degree) - Radiology Technician
North Central State College
Mansfield, OHSkills
- Laboratory testing
- Vital signs measurement
- Electronic health records
- HIPAA compliance
- Injection administration
- Patient care coordination
- Patient communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Sample collection
- Compassionate
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Phlebotomy
Timeline
Medical Assistant
OhioHealth
12.2020 - Current
Childcare Provider
Ohio Department of Job and Family Services
11.2002 - 03.2020
Certificate of Technical Studies - Registered Medical Assistant
Madison Adult Career Center
Some College (No Degree) - Radiology Technician
North Central State College