Kariesha Smith
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Capable pharmacy team member proficient in assisting providers with preparing prescriptions and meeting patients needs. Safety-oriented and well-organized with solid experience coordinating with insurance providers, prescribers and individuals to address issues. Good relationship-building and multitasking skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Advent Health Centra Care
2021.11 - Current
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals for patient referrals, ensuring a seamless transition and continuation of care.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Assisted provider by filling prescriptions for customers and responding to patient questions regarding prescription and medication-specific issues.
- Streamlined prescription processing with accurate data entry and verification of patient information.
- Supported patient care by maintaining confidentiality in all interactions and adhering to HIPAA regulations.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Home Health Aide
Osceola Council On Aging
2017.02 - 2021.03
- 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.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
South College
Knoxville, TN06.2023
Medical Billing And Coding Diploma - Medical Billing And Coding Diploma
Florida Technical College
Orlando, FL03.2021
Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Florida Technical College
Orlando, FL06.2017
Skills
- Confidentiality and HIPAA
- Medical Terminology
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient Scheduling
- Problem-solving skills
- Team Collaboration
- Medication labels
- Interpreting and Processing Medication Orders
- Workflow Optimization
- Customer Service
- EMR / EHR
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant - 1055198
- Medical Billing and Coding - 1055198
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Advent Health Centra Care
2021.11 - Current
Home Health Aide
Osceola Council On Aging
2017.02 - 2021.03
Associate of Science - Nursing
South College
Medical Billing And Coding Diploma - Medical Billing And Coding Diploma
Florida Technical College
Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Florida Technical College
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant - 1055198
- Medical Billing and Coding - 1055198
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