Lateka Achito
Sugar Land,TX
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Memorial Hermann, excelling in patient care and education. Proficient in EHR systems and HIPAA compliance, I enhanced clinic efficiency by reducing wait times and improving patient satisfaction. A reliable team player dedicated to delivering quality healthcare and fostering positive patient experiences.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Sugarland Primary Care
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted with patient intake and medical history documentation.
- Supported physicians during examinations and minor procedures.
- Managed appointment scheduling and patient follow-ups efficiently.
- Utilized electronic health record (EHR) systems for accurate data entry.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality patient care.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
Medical Assistant
Memorial Hermann
11.2021 - 03.2025
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Educated patients on medication instructions and health management strategies.
- Conducted routine lab tests and communicated results to patients.
Medical Assistant
Baptist Health Medical Group
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
- Improved patient satisfaction, efficiently managing appointment schedules and reducing wait times.
- Facilitated patient education on treatment plans and medications, improving understanding and compliance.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Medical Assistant
Virgina College
06-2018
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- EMR / EHR
- Direct patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Reliable team player
- Compassionate
- Phlebotomy
Accomplishments
- Recognized for outstanding dedication to patient care.
- Recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty.
Certification
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Sugarland Primary Care
08.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Memorial Hermann
11.2021 - 03.2025
Medical Assistant
Baptist Health Medical Group
08.2018 - 07.2021
Certificate of Technical Studies - Medical Assistant
Virgina College