Michelle Brink
Walkerton,IN
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Knox Winamac Community Health Center
Knox, IN
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow efficiently.
- Administered medications and performed routine laboratory tests as directed.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and preventive care measures.
- Implemented office protocols to improve operational efficiency and workflow.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Medical Assistant
Healthlinc
South Bend, IN
04.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Caregiver
SafeGuard Joy
Winamac, Indiana
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
Caregiver
Comfort Keepers Home Care
Logansport, IN
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - undefined
Ross Medical Education Center
Granger, Indiana10.2024
Medical Assisting
Ross Medical Education Center
Granger, IN12.2023
Skills
- Achieved efficient medical supply inventory management to minimize shortages
- Enhanced patient care through proficient application of phlebotomy techniques
- Strengthened emergency response preparedness, resulting in improved incident outcomes
- Leveraged anatomy and physiology knowledge to enhance patient assessments
- Streamlined laboratory specimen collection, improving turnaround times
- Fostered an environment of professionalism and ethics, enhancing team integrity
Certification
- RMA Registration # 469211490, Validation # 855471696
- CPR, BLS- American Heart Association, EcARD CODE 245411060101
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Knox Winamac Community Health Center
02.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Healthlinc
04.2024 - 02.2025
Caregiver
SafeGuard Joy
05.2023 - 04.2024
Caregiver
Comfort Keepers Home Care
10.2021 - 05.2023
Associate of Applied Science - undefined
Ross Medical Education Center
Medical Assisting
Ross Medical Education Center