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Overview
Work History
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Linda Claiborn

Summary

Reliable Medical Support professional with 18.5 years of experience in clinic environment. Expertly assist with office operations and physician support by gathering patient information, Scheduling appointment and routing messages to doctor. Cheerful during each patient interaction to improve satisfaction ratings and patient retention.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant

Presbyterian Medical Group
09.2004 - Current
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
  • Measured patient pulse oximetry.

Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.

Education

Medical Secretary -

Pima Medical Institute
Albuquerque, NM

High School Diploma -

Elmwood High School
Elmwood, IL
05.1975

Skills

  • Proper Sterilization Techniques
  • Operating EKG Equipment
  • Updating Medical Records
  • Patient Relations
  • Coordinating Drug Refills
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Assisting with Physical Exams
  • Scheduling appointments and cancelling
  • Taking calls and routing to nurse or doctor
  • Medical records, putting patient charts together

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Presbyterian Medical Group
09.2004 - Current

Medical Secretary -

Pima Medical Institute

High School Diploma -

Elmwood High School
Linda Claiborn