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Lashonda Watkins

Chicago,IL

Summary

Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Family Medical Care Ltd
02.2005 - Current
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.

Education

No Degree - Medical Assisting

Robert Morris College
01.2004

High School Diploma -

Austin High School
06.1997

Skills

  • Restocking Lab Supplies
  • Electronic Medical Record
  • EKG Set Up and Monitoring
  • Phlebotomy
  • Pipetting
  • Treatment Room Preparation
  • Using Centrifuges
  • Vital Sign Monitoring
  • Lab Equipment Calibration
  • Maintaining Liquid Nitrogen Tanks
  • Assisting with Physical Exams
  • EMR Systems

Certification

  • RMA - Registered Medical Assistant (AMT)
  • Certified phlebotomist, national phlebotomist association

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Family Medical Care Ltd
02.2005 - Current

No Degree - Medical Assisting

Robert Morris College

High School Diploma -

Austin High School
Lashonda Watkins