Laquita Larry
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office experience. Committed to obtaining the highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
American Family care
Birmingham , AL
07.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Medical Assistant
Children's of Alabama Hospital
Birmingham , AL
08.2016 - 01.2019
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- 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.
- Labeled and completed lab requisitions using ICD and CPT coding.
- Administered rapid tests for FLU and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
Medical Lab Technician
Children's of Alabama Hospital
Birmingham , AL
08.2016 - 01.2019
- Drew blood from patients to collect samples using venipuncture and following aseptic techniques.
- Ordered laboratory supplies to maintain inventory stock.
- Analyzed specimens following quality control measures for accurate results.
- Documented patient medical information while following privacy procedures.
- Prepared reagents, solutions and supplies to conduct lab tests.
- Prepared specific send-out lab samples for shipping to outside vendors.
- Performed troubleshooting to resolve common equipment issues or contacted technical consultant to repair complex problems.
- Calibrated and performed routine maintenance to keep laboratory equipment in satisfactory condition.
- Used appropriate collection and processing procedures to avoid inadequate specimens and promote reliability of blood products.
Medical Assistant
Kirklin Clinic
Birmingham , AL
04.2012 - 07.2015
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
- Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
- Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
- Administered rapid tests to help clinical staff assess conditions.
Education
Associate of Science -
Virginia College - Birmingham
Birmingham, AL05.2012
Skills
- Supporting Cell Culture
Timeline
Medical Assistant
American Family care
07.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Children's of Alabama Hospital
08.2016 - 01.2019
Medical Lab Technician
Children's of Alabama Hospital
08.2016 - 01.2019
Medical Assistant
Kirklin Clinic
04.2012 - 07.2015
Associate of Science -
Virginia College - Birmingham
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