Kissarah Radford
Orlando,FL
Summary
Innovative professional exceptionally well-versed in communication and team building. Knowledgeable in medical terminology and prescription laws. Ready to bring 15 years of relevant work experience to new position.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
MILLENIA DIAGNOSTIC LABS
Orlando, FL
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
- COVID testing.
Medical Assistant
Spectrum Medical Partners/CFIM
Lake Mary, FL
04.2016 - Current
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
- Compiled necessary documents for surgical billing packages.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Rounding Nurse
CFP Physicians Group
Casselberry, FL
04.2018 - 06.2019
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and [Type] workshops.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Specimen Processor
Advent Health Orlando
Orlando, FL
05.2011 - 06.2016
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
- Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
Medical Assisting
Centura Institute
Orlando, FL05.2012
High School Diploma -
Edgewater High School
Orlando, FL05.1994
Skills
- Supply Management
- Wound Care
- Operating EKG Equipment
- Social Perceptiveness
- Examination Preparation
- Blood and Tissue Collection
- Completing Insurance Forms
- Check-In and Check-Out Procedures
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Time Management
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Dictation and Transcription
- Appointment Scheduling
- Diagnostic Testing
- Clear Communication
- Procedure Assistance
- Coordinating Drug Refills
- Decision Making
- Routine Laboratory Testing
- Critical Thinking
- Multi-line Telephone System Operation
- Updating Medical Records
- Patient Relations
- Clinical and Operational Judgement
- Quality Control
- Standards Compliance
- Willingness to Learn
- Managing Medical Laboratory Equipment
- Patient Chart Tracking
- Data Analysis
- Data Entry
- Sanitizing and Cleaning
- Venipuncture Expertise
- HCPCS Training
- Electronic Charting
- Vitals Collection and Documentation
- Medical office administration
- EMR / EHR
- Completing insurance forms
- Patient Scheduling
- Phlebotomy
- Using a centrifuge
- Aliquoting
Timeline
Medical Assistant
MILLENIA DIAGNOSTIC LABS
01.2022 - Current
Rounding Nurse
CFP Physicians Group
04.2018 - 06.2019
Medical Assistant
Spectrum Medical Partners/CFIM
04.2016 - Current
Specimen Processor
Advent Health Orlando
05.2011 - 06.2016
Medical Assisting
Centura Institute
High School Diploma -
Edgewater High School