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Kainina Burton

Arlington

Summary

Experienced Medical Assistant with 18 years in clinical and administrative roles within fast-paced healthcare settings. Proven track record in delivering exceptional patient care, supporting medical staff, and maintaining efficient office operations. Recognized for leadership abilities, mentoring new employees, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Aiming for a supervisory role to leverage expertise in enhancing team performance and operational efficiency.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant

Texas Health Family Care
Arlington
06.2022 - Current
  • Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and medical procedures.
  • Recorded patient histories and vital signs accurately in electronic health records.
  • Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient flow within the clinic.
  • Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions effectively.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care initiatives.
  • Maintained a clean and organized clinical environment for optimal safety.
  • Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
  • Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
  • Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
  • Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
  • Assessed, documented, and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Provided support to patients by helping them fill out forms and answering their questions about health care services.
  • Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
  • Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.

Certified Medical Assistant

Texas Oncology
Fort Worth
05.2020 - 06.2022
  • Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and medical procedures.
  • Recorded patient histories and vital signs accurately in electronic health records.
  • Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions effectively.
  • Maintained a clean and organized clinical environment for optimal safety.
  • Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • 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.
  • Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Assessed, documented, and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Provided support to patients by helping them fill out forms and answering their questions about health care services.
  • Contributed to office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
  • Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.

Certified Medical Assistant

TDDC
Fort Worth
06.2010 - 06.2020
  • Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and medical procedures.
  • Recorded patient histories and vital signs accurately in electronic health records.
  • Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient flow within the clinic.
  • Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions effectively.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care initiatives.
  • Maintained a clean and organized clinical environment for optimal safety.
  • Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
  • Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
  • Assessed, documented, and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
12-2025

Associate of Arts And Sciences -

Tarrant County Collge
Hurst, TX
06-2022

Certified Medical Assistant -

Sanford–Brown Institute
Atlanta, GA
03-2001

Skills

  • Patient education
  • Electronic health records
  • Team collaboration
  • Medical terminology proficiency
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Patient scheduling
  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Patient documentation
  • Quick problem solver
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Clinical documentation
  • HIPAA protocols
  • CPR
  • Basic life support

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant

Texas Health Family Care
06.2022 - Current

Certified Medical Assistant

Texas Oncology
05.2020 - 06.2022

Certified Medical Assistant

TDDC
06.2010 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

The University of Texas At Arlington

Associate of Arts And Sciences -

Tarrant County Collge

Certified Medical Assistant -

Sanford–Brown Institute

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