Summary
Work History
Overview
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Lisa Berken

Medical Assistant
Pardeeville,WI

Summary

Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over eleven years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive, passionate about patient care and upbeat with excellent communication skills.

Work History

Medical Assistant/Mohs Technician

Center For Dermatology
Lakeville, MN
04.2011 - 05.2017
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Monitored cryostat test accuracy using quality controls.

Medical Assistant

Fairview Health Services, Eagan Urgent Care
Eagan, MN
01.2009 - 05.2017
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.

Medical Assistant

Fairview Health Services, Apple Valley
Apple Valley, MN
02.2006 - 04.2011
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • 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.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Dakota County Technical College
Rosemount, MN
12.2005

Skills

  • Operating EKG Equipment
  • Treatment Room Preparation
  • Transportation Assistanc
  • Wound Care
  • Problem Anticipation and Resolution
  • Transcription and Dictation
  • Cleaning and Organizing
  • Medical Supply Monitoring
  • Examination Preparation
  • Clinical and Operational Judgement
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Nebulizer Treatment
  • Knowledgeable about Diseases
  • Dressing Changes
  • Removing Sutures
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Proper Waste Disposal
  • Performing EKGs
  • Electronic Charting
  • Height and Weight Measurement
  • Hazardous Waste and Disposal
  • Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
  • Advanced Anatomy Knowledge
  • Simple Dressings
  • Medical History Collection
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Medical Procedures Understanding
  • Rapid Strep Testing
  • Proper Sterilization Techniques
  • EMR Systems
  • Managing Medical Laboratory Equipment
  • Patient History Documentation
  • Administering Vaccines
  • Explaining Instruction

Accomplishments

Gained Mohs Certification in 2015

Worked in variety of healthcare settings including family practice, OBGYN, pediatrics, specialty clinics - dermatology

Certification

  • CMA - Certified Medical Assistant 2006-2011
  • Certified Mohs Technician, Center for Dermatology - 2015-2017

Additional Information

Member of AAMA

Member of Phi Theta Kappa

Graduated with high honors

Timeline

Medical Assistant/Mohs Technician

Center For Dermatology
04.2011 - 05.2017

Medical Assistant

Fairview Health Services, Eagan Urgent Care
01.2009 - 05.2017

Medical Assistant

Fairview Health Services, Apple Valley
02.2006 - 04.2011

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Dakota County Technical College

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