Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began. Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician. Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use, according to established protocols. Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription, and data entry into the electronic health record system. Triaged patients and took vitals for patients to see the doctor. Authorized prescription refills per doctor's request. Drew blood from patients and processed in-house CBCs, CMPs, PT-INR, and HgbA1Cs. Administered injections and immunizations. Performed basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels.
Medical Assistant
Dr. David Zoeller
Elizabethtown, KY
09.2008 - 03.2010
Authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies. Changed dressings on wounds. Cleaned and sterilized instruments, and disposed of contaminated supplies. Collected blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, logged the specimens, and prepared them for testing. Contacted medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for tests or admission. Explained treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients. Greeted and logged in patients arriving for appointments. Helped physicians examine and treat patients, handing them instruments or materials, and performing such tasks as giving injections or removing sutures. Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height. Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, and other diagnostic tests requested by physician. Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, and data entry into our electronic health record system. Ordered medical supplies and medications. Maintained inventory logs and kept exam rooms stocked. Adhered to HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Davita, Inc & American Renal Associates
Elizabethtown, KY
09.2000 - 09.2008
Answered telephones and directed calls, emails, and other communication to appropriate staff. Arranged hospital admissions for patients. Compiled and recorded medical charts, reports, or correspondence. Greeted visitors, ascertained purpose of visit, and directed them to appropriate staff. Maintained our unit calendar and on-call schedule for nursing staff, as well as providing support to Administration by scheduling meetings. Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, and placing and expediting orders for supplies. Developed and maintained filing systems for confidential documents. Double checked all ICD-9 codes that were charted by RNs on patient flowsheets. Maintained unit policies and procedures to ensure they were up to date. Attended conferences to obtain information to bring back to teach to my fellow peers. Performed monthly and quarterly audits to maintain our medical records, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. I was also responsible for making sure all staff members had their quarterly OSHA training. Provided support to a team of 20+ staff members. I was nominated on two separate occasions, by my fellow teammates, as our Facility Ambassador.
Administrative Intern at Access to the Family and Hope Center Family PracticeAdministrative Intern at Access to the Family and Hope Center Family Practice