Kristyn Derrickson
UPMC Pinnacle
Dillsburg,PA
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Dedicated Medical Professional with extensive experience in clinical and administrative functions. Delivered reliable support in patient care through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams. Focused on maintaining efficient office operations and ensuring smooth coordination in patient interactions and medical record management.
Work History
Medical Assistant
5 Months- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient intake by verifying medical histories and recording vital signs.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling to enhance patient flow and minimize waiting times.
- Prepared examination rooms by cleaning and organizing medical supplies to ensure readiness for patient care.
- Maintained electronic health records ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Collected specimens and performed basic lab procedures to support diagnostic tests and facilitate accurate patient diagnosis.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and inquiries.
Medical Assistant
1 Year- Assisted physicians with patient care, taking vital signs and histories while preparing patients for examinations to facilitate effective treatment.
- Supported healthcare providers during patient examinations and procedures to ensure thorough assessments.
- Coordinated patient intake by verifying medical histories and recording vital signs, ensuring accurate health information.
- Instructed patients on medication protocols and follow-up care to promote adherence and understanding.
- Educated patients on medication instructions and follow-up care to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Maintained electronic health records for accuracy and compliance.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and inquiries.
- Prepared examination rooms by cleaning and organizing medical supplies.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Patient Care Technician
4 Months- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Obtained and reported patient vital signs to staff nurse or physician, facilitating timely interventions based on changes.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks, promoting patient comfort and recovery.
- Maintained patient hygiene and comfort, contributing to positive patient experiences during hospital stays.
- Supported mobility by assisting patients with walking and transfers.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate care, enhancing continuity and quality of services for patients.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Medical Assistant
4 Months- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs and histories, and preparing patients for examinations, contributing to efficient workflow.
- Administered injections, medications, and treatments according to physician instructions.
- Managed patient intake, verifying medical histories and recording vital signs to facilitate accurate assessments.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Prepared examination rooms by cleaning and organizing medical supplies to ensure optimal readiness for patient care.
- Maintained electronic health records for accuracy and compliance.
- Communicated with patients to address concerns and inquiries, improving understanding and overall patient experience.
Medical Assistant
5 Years 3 Months- Managed patient intake by verifying medical histories and recording vital signs.
- Managed patient intake, verifying medical histories and recording vital signs to ensure accurate patient information.
- Supported healthcare providers during patient examinations and procedures to enhance care delivery.
- Maintained clean and well-stocked examination rooms to ensure efficient patient flow and readiness.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and inquiries.
- Communicated patient concerns, condition updates, and refill requests to physicians, enabling timely and effective treatment.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Collected patient samples for laboratory testing to assist in diagnosis. from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Care collaboration
Vital signs monitoring
Patient intake management
Clinical documentation
Electronic health records
Diagnostic specimen collection
Medical procedure assistance
Phlebotomy techniques
Patient-centered care
Patient data management
Appointment setting
Data entry
Patient assistance support
Appointment coordination
Certification
- CCMA
- BLS
Timeline
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UPMC Pinnacle
03.2026 - CurrentRead More
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