KIMBERLY COOK
Athens
Summary
Results-driven medical assistant with a strong background in surgical support and patient management. Successfully coordinated surgical schedules, improved patient flow, and effectively managed a team of medical assistants, directly contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and patient satisfaction. I recently obtained my Esthetician and Laser
Overview
1
1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT /BACK-OFFICE COORDINATOR
University Dermatology Skin Cancer Center
Athens
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted doctor and physician assistant with surgeries, inputted patient information into medical records, prepared patients, and organized surgical trays for efficient procedures.
- Sterilize the patient surgical site
- Sutured simple wounds under supervision
- Take vitals and blood pressure
- Write prescription or send over the computer
- Input all surgery charts at the end of the day
- Coordinated schedule for 8 medical assistants to ensure proper coverage and workflow.
- Managed employee clock-in and clock-out process to ensure accurate attendance tracking.
- Coordinated surgery patient schedules to optimize operating room usage and minimize wait times.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Georgia Skin Cancer & Aesthetic Dermatology
Watkinsville
12.2015 - 11.2023
- Assisted physician assistant with surgeries, entered patient information into medical records, prepared patients, and organized surgical trays for procedures.
- Sutured simple wounds in a clinical setting under the supervision of a physician.
- Take vitals and blood pressure
- Sterilize the patient surgical site
- Managed prescription writing and electronic submission for patient medications.
- Documented all surgical charts at end of day to ensure accurate medical records.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Dr. Lockman Dermatology
Athens
01.2002 - 12.2015
- Assisted doctors with surgeries by preparing patients, organizing instruments, and taking vital signs.
- Give injections to patients
- Managed patient information prior to doctor’s arrival by sterilizing instruments and processing prescriptions.
- Managed inventory and ordered medical supplies to ensure availability for patient care.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously to support efficient workflow.
PHLEBOTOMIST PHYSICIAN
Athens Regional Medical Center
Athens
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Assisted laboratory director and over 100 admissions in collection of blood specimens, ensuring accurate and timely processing in 318-bed health care facility.
- Entered specimen collection data into AS400 laboratory database, maintaining integrity of records.
- Assessed patient demographics across all age groups.
- Conducted drug and alcohol screenings in lab, supporting compliance with regulatory standards.
MATERIAL MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN
Athens Regional Medical Center
Athens
01.1998 - 01.1999
- Delivered essential documents and supplies across the hospital, managing mail distribution and inventory delivery to 31 patient care areas.
- Transported patients for testing and discharge, facilitating smooth transitions within the hospital.
- Transported patients to various hospital locations, ensuring timely access to care.
Education
ESTHETICIAN CERTIFICATE -
Athens Technical College
Athens, GA05-2026
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Keiser College
Fort Lauderdale01-2006
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Clarke Central High School
Athens, GA01-1994
Skills
- Certified medical assistant
- Electronic health records
- Patient care coordination
- CPR certification
- Inventory management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Spreadsheet management
Certification
- CCMA, G8B2E8N6
- Cosmetic Laser, 3610
- Esthetician, ESO1755
Timeline
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT /BACK-OFFICE COORDINATOR
University Dermatology Skin Cancer Center
11.2023 - Current
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Georgia Skin Cancer & Aesthetic Dermatology
12.2015 - 11.2023
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Dr. Lockman Dermatology
01.2002 - 12.2015
PHLEBOTOMIST PHYSICIAN
Athens Regional Medical Center
01.1999 - 01.2002
MATERIAL MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN
Athens Regional Medical Center
01.1998 - 01.1999
ESTHETICIAN CERTIFICATE -
Athens Technical College
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Keiser College
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Clarke Central High School