Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Karen Brock

Springfield,IL

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant

Memphis Obstetrics and Gynecology
Germantown, TN
01.2018 - Current
  • 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..
  • Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
  • Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
  • Labeled and completed lab requisitions using ICD and CPT coding.
  • Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
  • 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.
  • Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary
  • Administered medications under physician's supervision.
  • Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.

Medical Assistant

Dr Michael Bronstein
01.2000 - 01.2018
  • 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.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
  • Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
  • Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
  • Labeled and completed lab requisitions using ICD and CPT coding.
  • Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.

Special Events Coordinator (UCA)

Universal Cheerleading Association
Memphis, TN
1994 - 2000
  • Developed and coordinated nationwide travel packages for all special events including parades and National Championships at Walt Disney World
  • Planned and coordinated registration, hotel accommodations and transportation to facilitate smooth execution of event activities.
  • Oversaw advanced event registration and day-of check-in to handle high volume of guests.
  • Oversaw work of up to 15 staff seamlessly executing professional events.
  • Worked in tandem with department head to coordinate logistics of all calendar events.
  • Organized event facility, food and beverage selections and audio-visual arrangements.
  • Coordinated vendors, timelines and budgets for events.
  • Tracked payments, balances and registrations for various events.

Medical Assistant

Ruch Clinic
Memphis, TN
1989 - 1994
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Raleigh Egypt High School, Memphis, TN
05.1987

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Southwest Community College, Memphis, TN

Skills

  • Medical Billing
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Venipuncture and Phlebotomy
  • Understands Medical Procedures
  • Updating Medical Records
  • Completing Insurance Forms
  • Critical Thinking
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Blood and Tissue Collection
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Clear Communication
  • Proper Sterilization Techniques
  • Charting Expertise
  • Inventory and Supply Management
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Examination Preparation
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Patient Relations
  • Time Management
  • Coordinating Drug Refills
  • Medication Administration
  • Multi-line Telephone System Operation
  • Routine Laboratory Testing
  • Social Perceptiveness

Timeline

Medical Assistant - Memphis Obstetrics and Gynecology
01.2018 - Current
Medical Assistant - Dr Michael Bronstein
01.2000 - 01.2018
Special Events Coordinator (UCA) - Universal Cheerleading Association
1994 - 2000
Medical Assistant - Ruch Clinic
1989 - 1994
Raleigh Egypt High School - High School Diploma,
Southwest Community College - Some College (No Degree), Nursing
Karen Brock