Kelly Carston
Muncie,IN
Summary
Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Dr Tiwari
03.2019 - Current
- 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.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
Medical Assistant
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital
03.2005 - 06.2018
- 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.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
- Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
Education
Certificate - Basic EMT
EMT
Anderson, IN06.1994
No Degree - CNA
IVY TECH Community College of Indiana
Muncie, IN04.1993
High School Diploma -
Madison Heights High
Anderson, IN01.1992
Skills
- Diagnostic Testing
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Operating EKG Equipment
- Clinical and Operational Judgement
- Patient Relations
- Transcription and Dictation
- Social Perceptiveness
- Multi-Line Telephone System Operation
- Pharmacy Relations
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Wound Care
- Coordinating Drug Refills
- X-Ray Processing
- Cleaning and Organizing
- Examination Preparation
- Blood and Tissue Collection
- Routine Laboratory Testing
- Updating Medical Records
- Medical History Collection
- Medical Assistance
- Pulse Oximetry
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Wound Care and Irrigation
- Removing Sutures
- Height and Weight Measurement
- Diagnostic Equipment Expertise
- Inventory and Supply Management
- EMR Systems
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Supply Monitoring
- Proper Sterilization Techniques
- Electronic Charting
- Rapid Strep Testing
- Monitoring Patient Progress
- Simple Dressings
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Performing EKGs
- Administering Vaccines
- Explaining Instructions
- Dressing Removal
- Proper Waste Disposal
- Centrifuge Operation
- Hazardous Waste and Disposal
- Taking Vital Signs
- Vitals Collection and Documentation
- Sharps Disposal
- Family Medicine
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Phlebotomy Functions
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- EMT Training -1994
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Dr Tiwari
03.2019 - Current
Medical Assistant
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital
03.2005 - 06.2018
Certificate - Basic EMT
EMT
No Degree - CNA
IVY TECH Community College of Indiana
High School Diploma -
Madison Heights High
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