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LaVont Gregory

LaVont Gregory

Maple Grove,MN

Summary

Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining 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.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant/Professional Truck Driver

R+L Carrier
Farmington , Minnesota
08.2024 - Current
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • 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.
  • Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
  • Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
  • Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
  • Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
  • Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
  • Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
  • Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
  • Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
  • Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
  • Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
  • Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
  • Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
  • Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
  • Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.

OTR Truck Driver

Bulls Transport
Chicago, Illinois
04.2022 - 08.2024
  • Loaded and unloaded freight in a safe and timely manner.
  • Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, and performed preventative maintenance.
  • Complied with all applicable laws and regulations governing the transportation industry.

House Manager

Whispering Pines Assisted Living
Anoka, Minnesota
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Organized and maintained household inventory records, including supplies and equipment.
  • Monitored service provider performance to ensure quality of services delivered.
  • Scheduled and supervised vendors for maintenance, repair, and cleaning tasks.
  • Developed systems for efficient management of daily operations in the house.
  • Created processes for maintaining security protocols within the house premises.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Medical Assistant

Aerotek
Golden Valley , Minnesota
09.2019 - 01.2021
  • 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.

Medical Assistant/ Neuro Surgery

Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
04.2012 - 12.2016
  • 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.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Media Psychology Addiction

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
06-2026

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant

Cincinnati Metropolitan Community College
St Bernard Ohio
06-1989

Some College (No Degree) - Refresher Course

Southeastern College
Charlotte, NC

Skills

  • Intake control
  • Medical office administration
  • Check-in coordination
  • Patient-focused care
  • Phlebotomy
  • EKG administration
  • Appointment setting
  • Medical terminologies
  • Medical office management
  • Chronic disease management

Timeline

Medical Assistant/Professional Truck Driver

R+L Carrier
08.2024 - Current

OTR Truck Driver

Bulls Transport
04.2022 - 08.2024

House Manager

Whispering Pines Assisted Living
06.2021 - 06.2022

Medical Assistant

Aerotek
09.2019 - 01.2021

Medical Assistant/ Neuro Surgery

Cleveland Clinic
04.2012 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Science - Media Psychology Addiction

University of Phoenix

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant

Cincinnati Metropolitan Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Refresher Course

Southeastern College
LaVont Gregory