Megan Blackwell
Hughes Springs,TX
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Christus Health
Mount Pleasant, TX
09.2024 - Current
- Administered patient assessments and vital sign checks to ensure accurate health data collection.
- Prepared examination rooms and maintained sterile environments for safety and efficiency.
- Educated patients on medication management and post-visit care instructions to improve adherence.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) systems for accurate documentation and patient data management.
- Assessed incoming patients quickly and efficiently, determining the appropriate level of care required based on their symptoms.
- Provided emotional support to distressed patients, helping them cope with their illnesses or injuries.
Certified Medical Assistant
Mt. Pleasant Family Practice
Mount Pleasant, TX
11.2021 - 09.2024
- 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.
- Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
Secretary
Blackwell Truck Sales
Daingerfield, TX
01.2016 - 11.2021
- Answered multi-line phone system and greeted callers enthusiastically.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.
- Organized envelopes, postage and mail correspondence for staff and management, maintaining postage meter and coordinating with delivery and courier services.
- Recorded expenses and maintained accounting records.
Medication Attendant
Blue Bonnet Assisted Living
Naples, TX
08.2013 - 12.2016
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Explained treatment procedures, medications and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Practical Nursing
Northeast Texas Community College
Mount Pleasant, TX08-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Certified Medical Assistant
North East Texas Community College
Mount Pleasant, TX05-2022
Skills
- Preparing Treatment Rooms
- Vital Signs Collection
- Clinic Administration
- BLS Certified
- HIPAA Compliance
- Insurance confirmation
- Attention to detail
- Verbal and written communication
- Phlebotomy techniques
Accomplishments
Performed over 400 hours of clinicals in diverse medical specializes.
Experience with EHR systems, patient scheduling, patient education, insurance preauthorization, phlebotomy , administration of injections, and assisting and set up for surgical procedures.
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- BLS, expires May 2027
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Christus Health
09.2024 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Mt. Pleasant Family Practice
11.2021 - 09.2024
Secretary
Blackwell Truck Sales
01.2016 - 11.2021
Medication Attendant
Blue Bonnet Assisted Living
08.2013 - 12.2016
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Practical Nursing
Northeast Texas Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Certified Medical Assistant
North East Texas Community College