Megan Cottrell
Beaufort,SC
Summary
Knowledgeable Medical Assistant with exceptional background over 7+ years handling intensive clinical environments. Quality-driven and safety-oriented with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities. Experienced in collaborating across disciplines to support patient needs and enhance care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Naval Hospital Beaufort
Beaufort, SC
03.2019 - 01.2024
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
Dental Assistant
Parris Island Dental Clinic
Beaufort, SC
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Optometry Technician
Naval Hospital Yokosuka
Yokosuka, Japan
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Performed initial patient screenings, including visual acuity and color vision tests.
- Operated advanced ophthalmic equipment such as retinoscopes and lensometers to measure the refractive power of eyes.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits, examinations, prescriptions, and treatments in electronic health record systems.
Obstetrics and Gynecology Medical Assistant
Naval Hospital Yokosuka
Yokosuka, Japan
09.2016 - 01.2018
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Performed laboratory tests such as pap smears, urinalysis, pregnancy tests, and cultures.
- Educated patients on proper health maintenance techniques, including contraception methods and gynecological self-care practices.
- Ordered necessary supplies and equipment for the office and clinic setting.
Restaurant Server
Wasabi Fusion & Restaurant
Columbus, GA
01.2013 - 03.2016
- Supervised and trained staff in customer service, food handling, and safety protocols.
- Processed payments from customers using cash registers or POS systems.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Phenix City, AL05-2015
Skills
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Inventory Management
- Proper sterilization techniques
- EKG set up and monitoring
- Specimens collection and processing
- Direct Patient Care
- Dental staff support
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- HIPAA Compliance
Certification
- BLS Certification
- South Carolina Radiation Safety
- HIPAA
Languages
English
Professional
Accomplishments
- I am highly adaptable and can comfortable work in various environments or industry sectors.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Parris Island Dental Clinic
01.2023 - 06.2023
Medical Assistant
Naval Hospital Beaufort
03.2019 - 01.2024
Optometry Technician
Naval Hospital Yokosuka
02.2018 - 02.2019
Obstetrics and Gynecology Medical Assistant
Naval Hospital Yokosuka
09.2016 - 01.2018
Restaurant Server
Wasabi Fusion & Restaurant
01.2013 - 03.2016
Associate of Applied Science -
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
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