LaPorsha Walters
Augusta,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable Certified Medical Assistant with exceptional background over several years handling intensive clinical environments. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Augusta Oncology
Augusta, GA
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
- Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
Phlebotomist
Grifols Biomat USA
Augusta, GA
10.2013 - 09.2022
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
Front Desk Receptionist
24/7 Pediatrics
Jacksonville, FL
06.2010 - 08.2013
- Performed data entry into computer systems to maintain accurate records of customer information.
- Verified identity documents for new customers before opening accounts in accordance with company policies.
- Updated customer information in databases regularly to ensure accuracy of records.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected co-payments or other payments due at time of service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lucy Craft Laney High School
Augusta05-2010
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Flow Management
- Medical Records Maintenance
- Electronic health records systems
- Procedure Assistance
- Customer Service
Certification
- CMA Certified
- CPR Trained
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Augusta Oncology
09.2022 - Current
Phlebotomist
Grifols Biomat USA
10.2013 - 09.2022
Front Desk Receptionist
24/7 Pediatrics
06.2010 - 08.2013
High School Diploma -
Lucy Craft Laney High School
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