Kim Charters
North Charleston,SC
Summary
Experienced Certified Medical Assistant seeking to secure a permanent position incorporating hands-on clinical and administrative skills with my passion for the medical field and compassion for the patients I will assist.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Medical University Of South Carolina
Charleston, SC
09.2019 - Current
- Prepared patients by welcoming them and engaging them in open communication to gather demographic information, medical and social histories, medication reconciliation, and vital signs. Charted subjective and objective assessments.
- Conducted POC and diagnostic tests, such as EKGs, visual acuity tests, and six-minute walk tests.
- Prepared and administered vaccinations and medications.
- Collected and prepared specimens for transport, as well as proper handling and disposal of biohazardous materials.
- Assisted physicians with examinations, procedures, and treatments.
- Educated patients, and family members, on health conditions, medications, and treatment plans.
- Provided exceptional patient care by scheduling appointments, effectively performing referrals, medication refills, and prior authorizations.
- Maintained a successful workflow as the interim clinical lead, overseeing daily operations. Handled requisitions, invoicing of supplies and equipment, and addressed patient, provider, and staff concerns.
- Precepted new employees, with continued follow-up, to ensure their success. Created training tip sheets for smooth transactions for new team members.
- Maintained compliance with HIPAA protocols to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of patient data.
- 2020 Safety Star
Certified Medical Assistant
MUSC
Charleston, SC
08.2015 - 09.2019
- Triaging patients, performing ECGs, administering vaccinations, educating patients on GI procedures, medications, and diets.
- 2017 Employee of the Year, 2018 Employee of the Year.
Certified Medical Assistant
Advanced Centers for Internal Medicine
Charleston, SC
07.2013 - 08.2015
- Triaged patients, performed POC and diagnostic tests, administered medications and vaccinations, and educated patients on diabetes, hypertension, and cholesterol.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Miller-Motte College
North Charleston, SC06-2013
Skills
- Administrative Proficiency
- Clinical Proficiency
- Impeccable work ethic
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Adaptable
- Empathetic
- Preceptor
- Management
- Education Resource Committee (ERC)
- Safety Champion Office Lead
- Our Day Office Lead
- Helix DNA Office Lead
- Epic Super User
Accomplishments
2022 In Our DNA (Helix DNA) Office Lead
2022 OurDay (Work Day) Office Lead
2020 Safety Star
2018 Employee of the Year
2017 Employee of the Year
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Medical University Of South Carolina
09.2019 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
MUSC
08.2015 - 09.2019
Certified Medical Assistant
Advanced Centers for Internal Medicine
07.2013 - 08.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Miller-Motte College