Memaries Crosby
Athens,AL
Summary
Certified Medical Assistant with 3-4 years of experience in patient care and education. Skilled in streamlining processes, reducing wait times, and ensuring a sterile environment for minor surgical procedures. Proven track record in increasing patient compliance with preventative measures and reducing medication errors. 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. Knowledgeable Certified Medical Assistant with exceptional background over 3+ 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
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
University Walk In Family Care
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Take and record vital signs and medical histories, ensuring accurate and timely information for physicians and reducing the risk of misdiagnosis.
- Documented patient care services by charting in patient and department records, maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records for over 500 patients.
- Prepared and administered medications as directed by physicians, ensuring proper dosages and reducing medication errors by 15%.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and treatments, ensuring a high level of patient care and satisfaction.
- Laboratory specimen collection and preparation
- Minor surgical procedure assistance
- Time management and multitasking
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
Medical Assistant PRN
Fetal & Women's Center
08.2021 - 01.2022
- OBGYN EXPIERENCE
- Measuring and recording vitals.
- Documenting in electronic medical records system.
- Administration of injections/vaccines.
- Assisting physicians during patient exams and office procedures.
- Communicating with patients regarding medical history and test results, sending referrals, stocking and cleaning exam rooms.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
Medical Assistant
Huntsville Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Cleaned, prepared and maintained examination rooms and treatment areas
- Assisted physicians and clinicians with examinations, procedures and vital signs monitoring
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and document vital signs
- Delivered excellent patient service and strengthened patient- clinician relationship through positive interactions
- Sterilized and positioned instruments and equipment for examinations and procedures
- Administered injections and medications, dressed wounds and collected lab specimens for tests
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations
- Performed gamut of tasks, including maintaining files, verifying insurance claims on behalf of patients and scanning documents
- Triaged patients and performed vital checks for patient flow facilitation
- Conducted pre-authorizations and referrals to meet third- party insurer requirements
- Stocked supplies and instruments for examination rooms.
- Assisted physicians and nursing personnel with injections
- Phlebotomy, and other patient care procedures
- Complied with personal protective equipment requirements to protect against exposure to infectious body fluids and other hazardous substances
- Maintained established quality control standards, driving continuous improvement efforts
- Prioritized patient needs identified through phone, electronic, and walk-in communication to comply with established guidelines
- I was dealing with a rape case, and in early July, I was mentally trying to escape and work while also juggling
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
Medical Assistant
North Alabama GI & Nutrition
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Speak to pharmaceutical representatives and accept samples.
- Setup clinic room with equipment for procedures. Educate and prepare patient for procedure. Assist the provider with procedures (SIG, hem band, PEG etc.)
- Review patient charts and update clinic visit information in the EMR program.
- Obtain patient vitals.
- Handle walk-in patients and obtain request from patient and give them information or tasks to the provider.
- Maintain Basic Life Support (CPR) training certification.
- Participate in in-services and continuing education to maintain and improve knowledge and skills.
- Schedule appointments, process referrals and prior authorizations.
Clinical Medical Assistant
AFC Urgent Care
05.2024 - Current
- Streamlined administrative processes by scheduling appointments, managing patient intake, and organizing medical documentation.
- Comforted anxious patients before procedures and listened to concerns, offering support, and compassion.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Strengthened team collaboration by actively participating in staff meetings, sharing insights on process improvements, and offering assistance to colleagues when needed.
- Demonstrated expertise in performing EKGs, phlebotomy procedures, and injection administration, ensuring accuracy in each procedure performed.
- Managed prescription refills requests promptly resulting in better medication adherence among patients.
- Reduced wait times for patients by effectively coordinating physician schedules and exam room availability.
- Ensured accurate diagnoses by proficiently collecting lab specimens and conducting routine tests.
Laboratory Technician
AFC Urgent Care
05.2024 - Current
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Conducted routine equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime.
- Prepared detailed documentation for each experiment, facilitating effective communication of results to colleagues and stakeholders.
- Supported regulatory compliance efforts through adherence to guidelines and thorough record-keeping practices.
- Assisted in the development of new laboratory methods, leading to increased testing capabilities.
Education
Medical Assistant - Clinical Medical Assisting
Ross Medical Education Center
05.2020
Associate of Technology - Pharmacy Technology
Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater
Clearwater, FL11.2023
High School -
Faith Coevant Academy
12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL01.2026
Skills
- HIPAA compliance Medical procedures
- Vital signs and examinations Documentation and
- Recordkeeping
- Patient scheduling Patient care
- Prepare treatment rooms Office support
- Clinical operations Proficient with EMRs, CPOE, and relevant
- Venipuncture
- Computer applications
- Time management
- Preparing Treatment Rooms
- Vital Signs Measurement
- BLS Certified
- Patient Intakes
- Maintaining Patient Records
- Medical Records Management
- Emotional and Social Support
- X-Ray Processing
- Expenditure Authorization
- Medical Testing
- Cleaning Products
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Patient and Family Education
- Direct Patient Care
- Information Intake
- Diagnostic Testing
- Patient Treatment
- Discharge Summaries
- Collecting Medical Samples
- Equipment Inventory
- Coverage Determination
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Team Leadership
- Venipuncture and Phlebotomy
- Understands Medical Procedures
- Medical Billing
- Advanced Anatomy Knowledge
- Wound Care and Irrigation
- Proper Sterilization Techniques
- Routine Laboratory Testing
- Appointment Scheduling
- Time Management
- Minor Surgical Assistance
Accomplishments
- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION bls certification CPR
- Certification HIPPA Training / HIPPA certification EMR trained
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- BLS
Timeline
Clinical Medical Assistant
AFC Urgent Care
05.2024 - Current
Laboratory Technician
AFC Urgent Care
05.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
North Alabama GI & Nutrition
07.2023 - 03.2024
Medical Assistant
Huntsville Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2022
Medical Assistant PRN
Fetal & Women's Center
08.2021 - 01.2022
Medical Assistant
University Walk In Family Care
02.2020 - 02.2021
Medical Assistant - Clinical Medical Assisting
Ross Medical Education Center
Associate of Technology - Pharmacy Technology
Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater
High School -
Faith Coevant Academy
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- BLS
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