Larissa Hughes
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with strong clinical skills and commitment to patient care. Prepared to support healthcare teams with diagnostic procedures, phlebotomy, and patient assessments. Known for collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Reliable with focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes and enhancing team efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Jane Pauley Community Health Center
02.2024 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained patients 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.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Precepts New employees
- Administer vaccines
- phone triage(schedule appt, medication refills, PA's, etc)
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Frasciscan Health
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Utilized electronic health records software proficiently to input data accurately, facilitating smooth transitions between healthcare providers during patient handoffs.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Improved patient flow within the clinic by effectively managing appointment scheduling and timely rooming of patients.
- Administer vaccines
- phone triage(schedule appt, medication refills, PA's, etc)
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Community Health Network
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Utilized electronic health records software proficiently to input data accurately, facilitating smooth transitions between healthcare providers during patient handoffs.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Assisted physicians in providing quality care through thorough documentation of medical histories and physical examination results.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Administer vaccines
- phone triage(schedule appt, medication refills, PA's, etc)
Medical Assistant
Emmerich Manual High School
08.2013 - 07.2022
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Oversaw health services for school of 850 students and faculty.
- Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Enhanced school safety by collaborating with staff, parents, and community partners in developing emergency response plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistance
KAPLAN COLLEGE
Indianapolis, IN04-2010
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Immunization Administration
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Medical History Recording
- Medical Office Procedures
- Clinical Documentation
- Examination Preparation
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Specimens collection and processing
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Scheduling
- Medical Terminology
- EKG Monitoring
- CPR
- EMR / EHR
- Sterilization techniques
- Compassionate
- Patient Feeding
- Reliable team player
- First Aid
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Medical history intake
- Medical supply inventory
- Appointment Setting
- Physician support
- Preceptor
Accomplishments
- Recognized for outstanding dedication to patient care.
- Recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty.
Certification
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcare Association (NHA).
- Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
2017 Employee of the year nominee
I was nominated for Employee of the year in 2017 at Emmerich Manual High School. I worked as the school nurse and loved everything about it. I miss my kids.
Languages
English
kinyarwanda
Timeline
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Jane Pauley Community Health Center
02.2024 - Current
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Frasciscan Health
01.2023 - 02.2024
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Community Health Network
03.2020 - 10.2022
Medical Assistant
Emmerich Manual High School
08.2013 - 07.2022
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcare Association (NHA).
- Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Associate of Science - Medical Assistance
KAPLAN COLLEGE
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