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Bernice Danso

Yonkers

Summary

Dedicated Medical Assistant with experience at Nao Medical, skilled in patient scheduling and EMR management. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and a strong commitment to HIPAA compliance. Recognized for maintaining a safe clinical environment and fostering trust, ensuring high-quality patient-focused care.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant /Patient Care Assistant

Nao Medical
03.2025 - Current
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • 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.
  • Responsible for scheduling appointment, verifying insurance coverage and preparing for the medical assistance.


Security Guard

Securitas Security Services
10.2023 - 11.2024
  • Maintained a safe environment for staff and visitors through proactive surveillance and communication.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.

Home Health Aide

Personal Touch Home Health Care
04.2019 - 10.2023
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.

Education

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Garden State Science And Technology Institude
Jersey City, NJ
11-2024

High School

Penn Foster High School
Scranton, PA
04-2023

Skills

  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient scheduling
  • Customer service
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • EMR / EHR
  • Patient-focused care
  • Phlebotomy
  • CPR
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Laboratory specimen collection
  • Appointment setting
  • EKG
  • Vitals
  • Patient flow management
  • Reliable team player

Certification

  • CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
  • CMA - Certified Medical Assistant

Timeline

Medical Assistant /Patient Care Assistant

Nao Medical
03.2025 - Current

Security Guard

Securitas Security Services
10.2023 - 11.2024

Home Health Aide

Personal Touch Home Health Care
04.2019 - 10.2023

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Garden State Science And Technology Institude

High School

Penn Foster High School