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Leslee Bowers

Grain Valley,MO

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant

Prime Health Care
Kansas City, MO
12.2008 - 07.2024
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
  • Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
  • Educated patients on preventive care topics such as diet and exercise habits or medication compliance.
  • Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning correctly prior to use during patient examinations or treatments.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork.
  • Administered injections under the direction of a physician or nurse practitioner.
  • Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
  • Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
  • Assisted with scheduling patient appointments and follow-up visits.
  • Monitored lab results for accuracy and alerted physicians immediately if any abnormalities were detected.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
  • Provided support to patients by helping them fill out forms and answering their questions about health care services.
  • Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
  • Provided support to physicians during consultations by recording patient histories accurately and documenting treatment plans accordingly.
  • Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Contributed to office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
  • Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
  • 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.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
  • Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
  • Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
  • Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
  • Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
  • Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
  • Conducted routine laboratory tests and sample analyses to monitor diseases.
  • Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.

Certified Medical Assistant

Carondelet Medical Group
Blue Springs, MO
05.2000 - 11.2008

Education

High School Diploma -

Raytown High School
Raytown, MO
05-1973

Skills

  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Inventory and supply management
  • Clinical applications
  • Medical Terminology
  • Vital Sign Monitoring
  • Patient documentation
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Medical Records Management
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Patient Flow Management
  • Patient-focused care
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Diagnostic Procedures
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Able to lift [Number] pounds
  • Patient Management
  • Understands medical procedures
  • Proper sterilization techniques
  • OB/GYN procedures
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Stocking supplies
  • Sterile technique
  • Analytical decision-making skills
  • Therapeutic procedures
  • Patient Relations
  • Vital sign monitors
  • EKG set up and monitoring
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Immunization Administration
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Medical Procedures
  • Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant

Prime Health Care
12.2008 - 07.2024

Certified Medical Assistant

Carondelet Medical Group
05.2000 - 11.2008

High School Diploma -

Raytown High School
Leslee Bowers