Medical Assistant
Bryant and Stratton College Online
New Orleans, LA
09.2024 - Current
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff..
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Supported patients by conducting routine tests, such as blood pressure measurements and glucose checks, to monitor their health.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for each patient''s unique needs.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Increased clinic efficiency, organizing patient records and ensuring easy access for healthcare professionals.
- Boosted patient confidentiality and data security by adhering to HIPAA regulations during record keeping and communication.
- Optimized administrative efficiency by accurately processing insurance forms and patient billing.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.