Lindsay Hedges

Collected patient demographics and medical information, Fielded questions and communications between providers and patients, called patients with lab results and recommendations, input lab orders, prioritized and managed patient and provider requests, assessed patient conditions to determine next steps in evaluation, scheduled follow up or new patient appointments

• Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depletion.
• Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
• Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
• Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
• Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
• Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy.
• Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
• Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
• Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
• Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
• Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
• Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
• Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
• Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
• Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
• Performed or scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use, troubleshooting technical issues and coordinating repairs.
• Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
• Arranged surgeries with a surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
• Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
• Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
• Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
• Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
• Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
• Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain a patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
• Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
• Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.
• Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
• Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
• Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.

• Performed EKGs
• Gave IM or subcutaneous injections
• assisted with refilling/calling in medications as well as scheduling appointments or procedures
• Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
• Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
• Filed and organized paper charts
• Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
• Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.