Kayla Smith
Dayton,TN
Summary
Dedicated individual, with 9 years of experience in Clinical Medical Assisting. I am seeking employment in an environment that challenges me as well as allows me the opportunity to advance both physically and financially.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CCMA Team Lead
Rhea Medical Center Physician Group
Spring City, TN
05.2021 - Current
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens, ordering diagnostic imaging tests while Enhancing patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and medical concerns
- Perform medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents and scheduling, assisting with outgoing referrals.
- Assist physicians with minor in office procedures and Complete EKGs, venipuncture draws, injections and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Keep medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted as well as Update inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures, policies and clinical tasks to ensure efficacy and quality care .
Certified Dermatology Technician
Skin Cancer And Cosmetic Dermatology Center
Dayton, TN
02.2020 - 05.2021
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Assisted in office procedures including removing sutures, prepping tissue pathology and giving injections
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Educated patients about procedures both pre-and post-operative care for patients undergoing dermatologic surgery, contributing to successful recovery rates
- Educated patients on preventative measures and proper skincare routines, promoting long-term skin health.
- Escribed for Dermatology Physicians
- Basic office duties such as answering phones, contacting pharmacies/other physician offices and prior authorizations
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
CHI Memorial Family Practice
Spring City, TN
03.2018 - 02.2020
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens ordering diagnostic imaging tests and scheduling, venipuncture draws, medication injections
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff, and prior authorizations
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Completed EKGs, venipuncture draws, injections and other tests based on patient presentation in office.,
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Clinical Medical Assistant
North Park OBGYN
Hixson, TN
10.2012 - 12.2014
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment as well as Ordered and maintained clinical office supply stock
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions, performed routine lab tests
- Assisted with minor office procedures including sterile procedures
- Relayed physician to patient information regarding medical concerns as well as lab results
- Managed refilling of medications and completion of prior authorizations.
Education
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - Clinical Medical Assisting
Academy of Allied Health Careers
Chattanooga, TN10.2012
High School Diploma -
Rhea County High School
Evensville, TN05.2009
Skills
- written and verbal communication
- ability to work independently or as a team
- organization and time management
- responsibility and attention to detail
- efficient and productive working in fast pace environments
- constructive
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant (NHA Certification) current and up to date
- CPR Certified - current and up to date
References
Austin Greenwood, Dermatology, Nurse Practitioner (423)-693-9628
Destiny Fugate- Clinical Medical Assistant (423)-779-2898
Tara Wilkey- Correspondence for Blue Cross Blue Shield of TN (423)-650-2768
Krista Welborne- Life Event Specialist for Unum (423) 464-2817
Timeline
CCMA Team Lead
Rhea Medical Center Physician Group
05.2021 - Current
Certified Dermatology Technician
Skin Cancer And Cosmetic Dermatology Center
02.2020 - 05.2021
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
CHI Memorial Family Practice
03.2018 - 02.2020
Clinical Medical Assistant
North Park OBGYN
10.2012 - 12.2014
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - Clinical Medical Assisting
Academy of Allied Health Careers
High School Diploma -
Rhea County High School