Leah Colna
Mount Royal,NJ
Summary
Conscientious Certified Medical Assistant offering over 20 years of knowledge and experience in fast-paced settings. A proactive and reliable multitasker with excellent clinical skills and ability to prioritize patient needs.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Cooper Care Alliance
03.2022 - Current
- Obtain and document patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Handle specimen collection and processing.
- Sanitize, restock, and organize exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Provide thorough instruction on the providers directives.
- Complete electrocardiograms, vaccine administrations, testosterone injections, urinalysis, urine drug screens, and alcohol swab testings.
- Streamline operations for managing Prolia treatment logistics.
- Direct the processing of various medical equipment order forms using Parachute system.
- Complete prior authorizations and pharmaceutical manufacturer forms for patient assistance programs.
- Secure necessary documentation to address gaps in patient care.
Certified Medical Assistant
Jefferson Health/ Washington Township Primary & Specialty Care
09.2019 - 03.2022
- Ensured examination rooms are arranged and sanitized prior to patient visits.
- Documented comprehensive medical history, medications and allergies.
- Gathered vital signs regularly, administered various vaccines, electrocardiograms, and other clinical responsibilities.
- Submitted prior authorizations for medications electronically, fax and or phone.
- Provided patients with physicians instructions on treatments and medications.
- Performed general office duties, such as answering telephones, and scheduling appointments.
- Submitted lab corrections.
- Assisted providers with Telemedicine appointments.
- Delivered training on glucometer operation for efficient patient monitoring.
Certified Medical Assistant
Family Practice Associates at Washington Twp
11.2001 - 09.2019
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Administered injections, performed electrocardiograms, phlebotomy and ear lavages.
- Collected throat cultures, urine drug testing, diabetic meter training, pulmonary function testing, spirometry, hearing and vision tests.
- Assisted providers with skin tag removals and autoclave instruments.
- Organized and discarded expired medications compliant with OSHA and Stericycle guidelines.
- Informed patients of test results and other directives from the providers.
- Called, faxed and electronically communicated with pharmacies, and Insurances for prior authorizations.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Scheduled appointments.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
GLOUCESTER COUNTY COLLEGE
Sewell, New JerseySome College (No Degree) -
CAMDEN COUNTY COLLEGE
Blackwood, New JerseyCertified Medical Assistant - undefined
CAMDEN COUNTY TECHNICAL
Sicklerville, New Jersey06.2001
Skills
- EPIC Systems Proficiency
- Clear communication
- Relationship Building
- Medical terminology
- Detailed health assessments
- Clinical documentation
Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant, American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), 10/26
- Basic Life Support (CPR and AED), American Heart Association, 2/27
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Cooper Care Alliance
03.2022 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Jefferson Health/ Washington Township Primary & Specialty Care
09.2019 - 03.2022
Certified Medical Assistant
Family Practice Associates at Washington Twp
11.2001 - 09.2019
Certified Medical Assistant - undefined
CAMDEN COUNTY TECHNICAL
Some College (No Degree) -
GLOUCESTER COUNTY COLLEGE
Some College (No Degree) -
CAMDEN COUNTY COLLEGE
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