Maria Crenshaw
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with expertise in patient-focused care, clinical documentation, and phlebotomy techniques. Committed to enhancing clinic efficiency and building strong patient relationships.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City
Mustang, OK
11.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests and procedures, enhancing patient care and operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems to support clinical decision-making.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and wellness strategies, improving patient engagement and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to streamline workflows, contributing to a more organized clinical environment.
- Conducted routine patient assessments to monitor health status, facilitating timely interventions when necessary.
- 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.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
Paramedical Examiner
Janzen & Janzen / Exam One
Oklahoma City, OK
02.2012 - 07.2019
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments to evaluate patient eligibility for insurance coverage.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Trained and mentored junior examiners on best practices in paramedical testing procedures.
- Streamlined data collection processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing turnaround times for client reports.
- Followed safety procedures for personal protection and client well-being.
- Collected cholesterol and glucose results by performing client finger sticks and tests.
- Ensured patient comfort throughout the entire examination process, addressing any concerns or questions with patience and professionalism.
- Packaged and shipped samples to laboratory for processing.
- Collected blood samples from clients following safety and biohazard handling procedures.
- Adhered to strict privacy guidelines to protect sensitive patient information during the examination process.
Education
General Studies
Rose State College
Oklahoma City, OKSkills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital sign monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Patient-focused care
- Data entry
- Phlebotomy
- Reliable team player
- Procedure assistance
- Electronic health records
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient assessments
- Laboratory specimen collection
- Appointment setting
- Maintaining confidentiality
Timeline
Medical Assistant
SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City
11.2019 - Current
Paramedical Examiner
Janzen & Janzen / Exam One
02.2012 - 07.2019
General Studies
Rose State College