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Kanesha Kidd

Merrillville,IN

Summary

Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at 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 deadline-driven environment.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Northwest Heath - Porter
04.2024 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Managed care for approximately 30-45 patients per day
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in healthcare setting.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.

Medical Assistant

Dr. Mary Tilak and Associates (Internal Medicine)
04.2022 - 03.2024
  • Obtained patients' vital signs by visual and auditory measures, triaged and assessed their medical condition and prepared them for medical treatment by physicians and nurses)
  • Ensures all related reports, labs and information is filed is available in patients' medical records prior to their appointment
  • Takes telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy calls
  • Electronically orders lab, x-rays, and medical supplies as directed
  • Assists nurses and physicians with various forms of patient treatment and care
  • Sterilizes and sets up instruments as well as washing, drying, and restocked laundry.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
  • Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
  • Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.

Home Health Aide

BrightStar Care
07.2019 - 07.2021
  • Provided patients with emotional and social support
  • Transported patients to and from doctor's appointments, errands, and other activities
  • Ensured patients' homes were safe, clean, and in optimal condition for mobility
  • Wrote reports and documented patient conditions, vital signs, and medication intake.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.

Medical Receptionist

Planned Parenthood
06.2020 - 05.2021
  • Obtained insurance verification
  • Scanned and files patient information into medical records
  • Entered, verified, and updated patient information into systems
  • Advised patient of any preparations required for scheduled procedures.
  • Answered phone calls and messages for 3-4-physician reproductive medical facility, scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries.

Mental Health Technician/Office Manager Assistant

NHI Corp
12.2009 - 11.2019
  • Controlled correspondence Designing filing systems; reviewing and approving supply requisitions
  • Planned, implemented, evaluated and monitored treatment activities and groups
  • Educated patients and their families Maintains office services by organizing office operations and procedures
  • Manages incoming calls, emails, and faxes from customers

Education

Associate of Science - Human Services

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
East Chicago, IN
06.2025

Certificate - Medical Assisting

Jeremi College
Schererville, IN
06.2021

Skills

  • CPR/ First Aid
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient Observation
  • Blood Glucose Testing
  • Infection control standards
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Customer Service
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • EMR / EHR
  • Case Planning
  • Case analysis
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Follow-up skills
  • Behavior Management
  • Effective Communication
  • Small Group and Individual Assistance
  • Data entry proficiency
  • Scheduling and Planning
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking

Certification

  • Certified Medical Assistant
  • CPR Certification
  • Substance Abuse Training

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Northwest Heath - Porter
04.2024 - Current

Medical Assistant

Dr. Mary Tilak and Associates (Internal Medicine)
04.2022 - 03.2024

Medical Receptionist

Planned Parenthood
06.2020 - 05.2021

Home Health Aide

BrightStar Care
07.2019 - 07.2021

Mental Health Technician/Office Manager Assistant

NHI Corp
12.2009 - 11.2019

Associate of Science - Human Services

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

Certificate - Medical Assisting

Jeremi College

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