KERLINE STLOUIS
MIRAMAR,FL
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment. Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality. Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over [Number] years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Doctor Ronald Tuttelman /OBG/YN
1880 EAST Commercial Boulevard.
03.2007 - Current
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, pap /smear including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
LPN Field Nurse
Peninsula Assistance Living Memory Care
5100 Hallandale Beach Florida,33023
03.2002 - 02.2007
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Supervised and monitored CNAs daily to provide essential training.
- Delivered emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or difficult treatments, fostering resilience during recovery processes.
- Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
- Utilized evidence-based practices in administering nursing care that aligned with industry best practices and promoted positive results.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
- Managed activities from clinic initiation to termination.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Reviewed all medicines to identify possible adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies and contraindicated medications.
- Conducted home visits to monitor patient status, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal health outcomes.
- Complied with applicable legal requirements for HIPAA and documentation standards.
- Organized and updated patient charts and records by reporting vitals, medical history, treatment plans, current medications, medication reactions, allergies and health status information.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
Medical Assistant
Doctor Marvin Wellen Md
17971 Biscayne Blvd # 8 Aventura Florida 33160
01.2001 - 02.2002
- Empowered patients through education on self-management techniques for chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Education
DIPLOMA - Medical Assisting
National School of Technology
North Miami Beach, FL01.2021
DIPLOMA OR CERTIFICATION , CNA LICENCE RECEIVE - Nursing
ADVANCE TRAINING ACADEMY INC
MIAMI FLORIDA02.2003
High School Diploma -
North Miami Beach High School
North Miami Beach, FL06.1996
Skills
- Examination Preparation
- Immunization Administration
- Clear Communication
- Clinical Documentation
- Administering Medications
- Appointment Setting
- Medical Office Assistant (NCMOA)
- Blood and Tissue Collection
- Procedure Assistance
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- CPR/AED
- HIPAA Compliance
- Payment Processing
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
- Medical Procedures
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Patient Assessments
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
- Medical Records Management
- Customer Service
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Doctor Ronald Tuttelman /OBG/YN
03.2007 - Current
LPN Field Nurse
Peninsula Assistance Living Memory Care
03.2002 - 02.2007
Medical Assistant
Doctor Marvin Wellen Md
01.2001 - 02.2002
DIPLOMA - Medical Assisting
National School of Technology
DIPLOMA OR CERTIFICATION , CNA LICENCE RECEIVE - Nursing
ADVANCE TRAINING ACADEMY INC
High School Diploma -
North Miami Beach High School