Kara Sheppard
Winthrop,MA
Summary
Proven Teacher and Medical Assistant with a track record of enhancing patient care and streamlining clinical operations at Mass General Hospital. Expert in HIPAA compliance and medical terminology, coupled with exceptional customer service skills, significantly improved patient satisfaction. Demonstrates strong proficiency in vital sign monitoring and direct patient care, fostering trust and efficiency in fast-paced environments. 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
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Bullfinch Temps
09.2022 - Current
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Teacher of Religious Education
St John The Evangelist Church
09.2010 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Created a safe learning environment that encouraged open discussions about faith-related questions and concerns while promoting mutual respect among students.
Medical Assistant
Mass General Hospital
09.2010 - 09.2022
- 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.
- 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.
- Worked in primary care, oncology, and dermatology.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arlington High School
Arlington, MA06.1982
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Scheduling
- Customer Service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Bullfinch Temps
09.2022 - Current
Teacher of Religious Education
St John The Evangelist Church
09.2010 - Current
Medical Assistant
Mass General Hospital
09.2010 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Arlington High School
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