Mekdes Waga
Lilburn,GA
Summary
Experienced Medical Assistant with a strong background in patient care and documentation within fast-paced healthcare environments. Proficient in venipuncture and electronic health record management, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations. Demonstrated ability to enhance clinic workflow efficiency and improve patient experiences through effective communication and collaboration. Committed to quality control and adept at managing multiple tasks in dynamic settings. Talented Quality Control Inspector driven to improve product quality in manufacturing environments. Provider of relevant and effective product and component tests. Eager to help manufacturers eliminate production errors and increase successful manufacturing figures. Methodical Quality Control Inspector recognized for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in defect identification, compliance monitoring, and process improvement strategies. Excel using critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication to ensure products meet stringent quality standards. Hardworking quality control inspector offering several years of manufacturing and production experience. Detail-oriented and systematic professional knowledgeable about compliance standards. Adheres strictly to documentation guidelines and reporting requirements.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
AICA ORTHOPEDIC
Stone Mountain, Georgia
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed patient records, scheduled appointments, and assisted physicians with clinical procedures.
- Collected lab specimens for testing and processed samples accordingly.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Administered injections, performed basic laboratory tests, and took vital signs effectively.
- Maintained accurate documentation using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Communicated efficiently with patients to create a welcoming environment.
- Supported orthopedic physicians during examinations, ensuring seamless patient experiences.
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare regulations for effective patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes in orthopedic settings.
- Committed to continuous education and staying current on medical advancements.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Regional medical group
NORTH DECATUR, USA
01.2020 - 03.2023
- Assisted physicians by preparing exam rooms and managing supplies efficiently.
- Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately document patient history.
- Scheduled appointments through phone and in-person interactions.
- Engaged with patients to gather medical histories and vital signs.
- Maintained cleanliness of treatment rooms and restocked necessary supplies.
- Collaborated with pharmacies to resolve medication-related issues promptly.
- Documented patient visits and incorporated external records into electronic health records.
- Prepared examination rooms by sterilizing instruments and setting up supplies.
- Collected lab specimens for testing and processed samples accordingly.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
- Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
PACKING/ QULITY CONTROL
win cup
Stone Mountain, Georgia
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Inspected outgoing packages for quality control purposes.
- Document quality control measures taken during production runs.
- Monitored production processes for quality control purposes.
- Inspect incoming shipments for accuracy and quality control.
- Performed user acceptance testing to ensure quality control.
- Provided feedback on processes to improve quality control.
- Monitored quality control throughout the duration of each project.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sunshine High School
Ethiopia08-2008
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
WOODRUFF MEDICAL TRAINING AND TESTING
TUCKER, GASkills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Understands Medical Procedures
- Proper Sterilization Techniques
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Feeding
- Patient Toileting
- Documentation Procedures
- Expert
- Able To Lift 25–50 Pounds
- Medical Billing
- Advanced Anatomy Knowledge
- Type Coding
- Venipuncture And Phlebotomy
- Charting Expertise
- Inventory And Supply Management
- Grooming And Bathing Assistance
- Routine Laboratory Testing
- Cleaning And Organizing
- Updating Medical Records
- Pharmacy Relations
- Dictation And Transcription
- Coordinating Drug Refills
- Medication Administration
- Blood And Tissue Collection
- Appointment Scheduling
- Quality control processes
- Orthopedic splints
- Vital signs monitoring
- Insurance authorizations
- General housekeeping
- Assembly procedures
- Visual inspections
- OSHA guidelines
- Teamwork and communication
- Quality inspection
- Box assembly
- Medical terminology
- Efficient packaging
Certification
CCMA, NHA
References
- Meklit Admasu, 404484037
- Maria Alivarez, 4049034174
- Reginald Strother,MD
Languages
- English
- Amharic
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 02/16/88
Languages
English
Elementary
Amharic
Professional
Timeline
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
AICA ORTHOPEDIC
03.2023 - 10.2023
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Regional medical group
01.2020 - 03.2023
PACKING/ QULITY CONTROL
win cup
01.2018 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Sunshine High School
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
WOODRUFF MEDICAL TRAINING AND TESTING