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Melissa Farmer

Mauldin,SC

Summary

Certified Registered Medical Assistant with experience in primary care and urgent care settings. Skilled in patient preparation, clinical procedures, lab operations, and documentation using electronic health records. Known for providing compassionate patient care and seamless coordination with medical staff. Previous roles resulted in improved office efficiency and heightened patient satisfaction.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Medical Assistant

Peace Medical Center
Mauldin, SC
11.2022 - Current
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • 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.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
  • Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
  • Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.

Registered Medical Assistant Student

AFC Urgent Care
Duncan, South Carolina
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
  • Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.

Preschool Lead Teacher

Sharon Christian Academy
Greer, SC
08.2016 - 05.2021
  • Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
  • Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
  • Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Conducted phone interviews with parents.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

ECPI University
Greenville, SC
09.2022

Skills

  • Cleaning and Organizing
  • Patient Relations
  • Routine Laboratory Testing
  • Updating Medical Records
  • Understands Medical Procedures
  • Venipuncture and Phlebotomy
  • Wound Care and Irrigation
  • Proper Sterilization Techniques
  • Medication Administration
  • Treatment Room Preparation
  • Operating EKG Equipment
  • Problem Solving
  • Progress Tracking and Reporting
  • Relationship Building
  • Clear Communication & effective listening
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Blood and Tissue Collection
  • CPR/First-aid Certified
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations
  • Computer Proficiency

Timeline

Registered Medical Assistant

Peace Medical Center
11.2022 - Current

Registered Medical Assistant Student

AFC Urgent Care
08.2022 - 11.2022

Preschool Lead Teacher

Sharon Christian Academy
08.2016 - 05.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

ECPI University

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