Accomplished Medical Assistant with a proven track record at Colorectal Surgical Associates of Kansas City, enhancing patient care through expert management of medical documentation and efficient problem-solving. Skilled in medical terminology and patient relations, significantly improved patient access services and outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Service Representative
Care Now Urgent Care
Olathe, KS
02.2024 - Current
Verified patients' insurance and payment methods during admissions or check-in processes.
Communicated financial obligations to patients and collected fees at the time of service.
Monitored waiting areas to ensure a comfortable and safe environment for patients and visitors.
Reviewed patient accounts for accuracy regularly.
Provided helpful assistance by anticipating and responding to the needs of patients and family members.
Assisted in implementing new technologies and processes to improve patient access services.
Managed patient check-in process, ensuring accurate data entry of personal and insurance information.
Documented and managed patient information in computer system.
Direct Support Professional
Firefly Supported Living & Employment Services
Kansas City, MO
12.2023 - Current
Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, and reported any changes or concerns to the supervisor.
Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision-making abilities.
Assisted individuals in developing social skills to become integrated in the community.
Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
Medical Assistant
Colorectal Surgical Associates of Kansas City
Overland Park, KS
06.2022 - 06.2023
Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sikeston Sr High School
Sikeston, MO
06.1992
Skills
Medical terminology knowledge
Quick problem solver
Documentation procedures expert
Performing patient intakes
Patient relations
Infection control procedures
Collecting vital signs
Helping with medication
Charting expertise
Education and Training
other,Sikeston, MO
Contact
Kansas City, MO 64137
Timeline
Patient Service Representative
Care Now Urgent Care
02.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Firefly Supported Living & Employment Services
12.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Colorectal Surgical Associates of Kansas City
06.2022 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Sikeston Sr High School
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