Kimberley West
Dover,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 new role and environment. I am an experienced Medical Assistant with knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant Senior
WellMed Medical Management - United Health Group
02.2022 - Current
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing medical records and maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, sent prescription refills as well completing PA for required medications.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies effectively, ensuring necessary materials were readily available for efficient patient care delivery.
- Processed laboratory specimens according to established guidelines, ensuring the accuracy of test results for appropriate clinical decision making.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to infection control guidelines for optimal patient safety.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Conducted thorough pre-visit assessments, obtaining vital signs, medical histories, and medication lists for accurate documentation purposes.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when needed; Liaised with external healthcare providers, ensuring seamless continuity of care for patients.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing procedure room and instruments.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Administered injections skillfully using proper technique while maintaining a comforting bedside manner with apprehensive patients.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth by attending continuing education seminars and maintaining current certification as a Senior Medical Assistant.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, providing accurate results to facilitate effective treatment plans.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Certified Medical Assistant
WellMed Medical Management - United Health Group
05.2018 - 02.2022
- Educated patients by providing provider plan of care and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals for patient referrals, ensuring a seamless transition and continuation of care.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Certified Medical Assistant Temp
WellMed Medical Management- Via Medix
11.2017 - 05.2018
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and instruments.
- Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
Lab Assistant
Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Demonstrated competence in collecting lab samples for testing.
- Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
- Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
Certified Medical Assistant
Dr Sarah McGee- Hematology Oncology Associates
12.2012 - 01.2015
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.( Procrit; Neupogen; Neulasta Injections)
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments. (Bone Marrow Biopsies)
- Collected various specimens for processing -. ( CBC- on site Coulter Act II Diff ; BRCA I and II specimen collection and processing; BCR-ABL Specimen collection and processing; Bone marrow Specimen Collection and processing)
- Maintenance and trouble shooting of laboratory equipment.
Education
No Degree - Pre- Requisites For RN Program 09/2016-10/2017
Keiser
Lakeland, FLHigh School Diploma -
State Of New Jersey
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ10.2014
No Degree - Medical Assisting
Star Career Academy - Brick
Brick, NJ10.2012
GED -
State of New Jersey
Lakewood, NJ05.2003
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Reliable Team Player
- Patient Care
- Lab Equipment Operation
- Patient Flow
- Inventory
- Training New Hires
- Compliance
- Microsoft Office
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant Senior
WellMed Medical Management - United Health Group
02.2022 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
WellMed Medical Management - United Health Group
05.2018 - 02.2022
Certified Medical Assistant Temp
WellMed Medical Management- Via Medix
11.2017 - 05.2018
Lab Assistant
Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
09.2016 - 09.2017
Certified Medical Assistant
Dr Sarah McGee- Hematology Oncology Associates
12.2012 - 01.2015
No Degree - Pre- Requisites For RN Program 09/2016-10/2017
Keiser
High School Diploma -
State Of New Jersey
No Degree - Medical Assisting
Star Career Academy - Brick
GED -
State of New Jersey
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