Kinisha Howard
Fruitland,NM
Summary
Motivated professional with a proven track record of thriving in fast-paced environments. Strong organizational and time management skills enable effective independent work and quick learning. Committed to contributing to team success while pursuing growth opportunities in entry-level roles.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CMA
Innovation Medical Group
Farmington, NM
08.2023 - Current
- Coordinated patient scheduling and appointments efficiently
- Assisted physicians during medical examinations and procedures
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems
- Supervised a team of administrative staff to enhance office efficiency.
- Provided direct patient care by assisting with treatments and administering medications as directed by physicians.
CMA
Presbyterian Medical Services
Farmington, NM
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
- Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.
- Prevented spread of infection by consistent hand washing, universal precautions and special isolation procedures.
- Promoted clean and sanitary environment by maintaining department equipment.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport.
CMA
SJHP General Surgery
Farmington, NM
02.2018 - 08.2020
- Manage and update patient's information, medical history, medications and allergies.
- Set up a sterile procedure room and assist in office procedures.
- Provide administration support and schedule surgeries to an office of four physicians. Schedule and book surgeries at SJRMC and give the patient their pre-op instructions as well as any additional information.
- Obtain authorization approval for these surgeries from the patient's insurance.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant
Charter Institute
Farmington, NM2017
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office-48 words per minute
- HIPPA
- Vital Signs Moniroring and Documentation
- Inventory Monitoring
- Medication Dispensing
- Electronic health records
- Medication administration
- Patient scheduling
- Specimen collection
- Surgical coordination
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Documentation management
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Venipuncture
- Blood collection techniques
- Specimen handling
Referrences
- Dorella Lee 505-215-6553
- Shaye Todacheeney 505 635-9877
- Anariza Grush 720-935-7462
- Erika Begay 505-635-7554
Timeline
CMA
Innovation Medical Group
08.2023 - Current
CMA
Presbyterian Medical Services
08.2022 - 08.2023
CMA
SJHP General Surgery
02.2018 - 08.2020
Certified Medical Assistant
Charter Institute
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