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Lafrina Napier

medical assistant
Cincinnati,OH

Summary

Knowledgeable Certified Medical Assistant with exceptional background over 4+ years handling intensive clinical environments. Quality-driven and safety-oriented with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities. Experienced in collaborating across disciplines to support patient needs and enhance care. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical assistant

Trak Healthcare
04.2022 - Current
  • Patient vitals
  • Blood draw
  • Injections
  • Ekg
  • Schedule appointments

Medical Assistant

Aquarius professional staffing
11.2021 - Current
  • Patient vitals, weight
  • Patient medication refill
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Inbasket duties

Medical Assistant

Crown Services Inc.
08.2021 - Current
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
  • Contributed to office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
  • Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
  • Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
  • Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.

Medical Assistant

Crown Services Inc.
05.2022 - 10.2024
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.

Medical Assistant

University hospital (sleep center)
11.2021 - 04.2022
  • Patient vitals, weight
  • Patient medication refill
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Inbasket duties

Medical Assistant

medical urgent care
01.2019 - 06.2021
  • Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
  • Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
  • Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
  • Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families.

Patient Care Assistant

takoda trails
04.2019 - 02.2019
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Ambulated patients with appropriate assistive devices and in line with proper body mechanics.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Supported unit efficiency by maintaining current and accurate clerical paperwork.
  • Provided care, comfort and emotional support to children and adolescents facing serious illnesses and medical procedures.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs to aid physicians with patient care planning.
  • Supported youth and adolescents patients in coping with medical procedures and treatments.

Medical Assistant

AM PM Staffing Services
05.2014 - 08.2016
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
  • Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
  • Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.

Education

Medical Assistant -

Lincoln Technical College
Cincinnati, OH
03.2012

GED - undefined

Lincoln Technical college
Cincinnati, OH
01.2010

Skills

  • Venipuncture and phlebotomy
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • STD counseling
  • Communicating with patient families
  • Electrocardiography (EKG)
  • Using a scale
  • Stocking supplies
  • First aid
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Preparing specimens and samples
  • Vital sign monitors
  • Patient scheduling
  • Customer service
  • Patient-focused care
  • Reliable team player
  • Procedure assistance
  • Electronic medical records
  • Compassionate
  • CPR
  • Medical procedures
  • Patient assessments
  • Laboratory specimen collection
  • Immunization administration
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • OB/GYN procedures
  • Simple dressings
  • Prioritizing stat orders
  • Orthopedic splints
  • Specimen labeling
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Direct patient care
  • Clinical documentation
  • EMR / EHR

Certification

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Crown Services Inc.
05.2022 - 10.2024

Medical assistant

Trak Healthcare
04.2022 - Current

Medical Assistant

Aquarius professional staffing
11.2021 - Current

Medical Assistant

University hospital (sleep center)
11.2021 - 04.2022

Medical Assistant

Crown Services Inc.
08.2021 - Current

Patient Care Assistant

takoda trails
04.2019 - 02.2019

Medical Assistant

medical urgent care
01.2019 - 06.2021

Medical Assistant

AM PM Staffing Services
05.2014 - 08.2016

GED - undefined

Lincoln Technical college

Medical Assistant -

Lincoln Technical College

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