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Krista Curran

South Lyon,MI

Summary

Dynamic Certified Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Motor City Orthopedics, excelling in patient intake and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and meticulous attention to detail. Skilled in electronic health records and committed to maintaining patient confidentiality while supporting healthcare teams in achieving optimal outcomes.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant

Motor City Orthopedics
Novi, Michigan
09.2020 - Current
  • Assisted in patient intake and registration processes for efficient workflow.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and medical equipment.
  • Recorded patient vital signs and medical histories accurately during visits.
  • Supported physicians by preparing treatment rooms and necessary supplies.
  • Educated patients on medication usage and post-treatment care instructions.
  • Coordinated appointment scheduling to optimize physician availability and patient access.
  • Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and provide guidance.
  • Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
  • Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
  • Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
  • Assessed, documented, and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning correctly prior to use during patient examinations or treatments.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Provided support to patients by helping them fill out forms and answering their questions about health care services.
  • Contributed to office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
  • Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
  • Processed payments from patients accurately using cash registers or computerized systems.
  • Assisted with scheduling patient appointments and follow-up visits.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
  • Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
  • Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
  • Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
  • Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.
  • Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.

Certified Medical Assistant

The Core Institute
Novi, Michigan
09.2015 - 09.2020
  • Assisted in patient intake and registration processes for efficient workflow.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and medical equipment.
  • Recorded patient vital signs and medical histories accurately during visits.
  • Supported physicians by preparing treatment rooms and necessary supplies.
  • Educated patients on medication usage and post-treatment care instructions.
  • Handled administrative tasks, including filing medical records and updating databases.
  • Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and provide guidance.
  • Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
  • Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
  • Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
  • Assessed, documented, and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning correctly prior to use during patient examinations or treatments.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Provided support to patients by helping them fill out forms and answering their questions about health care services.
  • Contributed to office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
  • Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
  • Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
  • Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.
  • Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.

Medical Assistant

Weissman, Gitlin, Herkowitz
Southfield, Michigan
06.1995 - 04.2015
  • Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures.
  • Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
  • Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-up visits.
  • Administered medications and provided injections as directed.
  • Educated patients on treatment plans and health maintenance.
  • Performed routine lab tests and collected specimens for analysis.
  • Supported front desk operations and handled patient inquiries efficiently.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical equipment and supplies.
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
  • Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
  • Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
  • Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
  • Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
  • Administered medications under physician's supervision.
  • Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
  • Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
  • Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
  • Supported administrative staff by processing payments.

Education

RMA - Health Care Administration

Carnegie Institute
Troy, MI
06-1994

High School Diploma -

Hazel Park High Schoo
Hazel Park, MI
06-1992

Skills

  • Patient intake
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Injection administration
  • Electronic health records
  • Specimen preparation
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Health education
  • Administrative support
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Treatment setup
  • Patient care
  • Medical terminology
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Wound care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Sample collection procedures
  • Phlebotomy techniques
  • Conflict resolution
  • Healthcare procedures
  • Patient education

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant

Motor City Orthopedics
09.2020 - Current

Certified Medical Assistant

The Core Institute
09.2015 - 09.2020

Medical Assistant

Weissman, Gitlin, Herkowitz
06.1995 - 04.2015

RMA - Health Care Administration

Carnegie Institute

High School Diploma -

Hazel Park High Schoo

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