Accomplished Medical Assistant with a proven track record at Stewardship Health, enhancing patient care through effective vital sign monitoring and streamlining medical supply inventory. Demonstrated expertise in HIPAA compliance and patient-focused care, coupled with exceptional customer service skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Dr. Howard Slemons, DO / Stewardship Health
10.2005 - Current
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.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Answer numerous telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff in a very busy Family Practice..
Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
Assistant Telemarketing Coordinator
SVO Myrtle Beach Inc.
06.2000 - 05.2001
Supported organizational growth by fostering a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration, open communication, and continuous learning among team members.
Developed strong rapport with potential clients through professional demeanor, active listening skills, and clear communication during phone interactions.
Explained product prices and packages as well as answered questions and addressed concerns of customers.
Generated leads and established relationships with potential customers through outbound telephone calls.
Documented customer interactions and transactions, maintaining accurate records of all dealings.
Followed up with customers to confirm satisfaction with purchases and resolve last-minute issues.
Administrative Assistant
Olsten Staffing
08.1999 - 06.2000
Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
Manager
Obruba Corporation ( Clover Bar)
01.1999 - 07.1999
Responsible for customer service in a bar/ restaurant business. Supervised staff of 5 in daily operations. Accountable for accuracy of register receipts and daily bank deposits. Responsible for all business management to include bookkeeping, inventory ordering, scheduling, and security of building and premises.
Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Medical Assistant
Arthritis Center of Northeast Ohio
10.1997 - 08.1998
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.