NICHOLE M. RICHARDS
Mount Vernon
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Medical Assistant with strong clinical, patient-care, and administrative skills in fast-paced healthcare environments. Proficient in phlebotomy, EKG/ECG, vital signs, specimen collection, sterilization, and insurance verification. Known for reliability, attention to detail, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Scrip-r Certified.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care
09.2022 - Current
- Record patient health history and vital signs, including blood pressure, height, and weight.
- Perform venipuncture, EKGs, and prepare patients for exams and procedures.
- Assist physicians with exams and medical treatments.
- Maintain logs for lab results and specimen tracking.
- Obtain prior authorizations for medications, tests, and procedures.
- Manage patient records, correspondence, and electronic documentation.
- Complete clerical tasks such as forms, filing, and record maintenance.
Medical Assistant
Mount Sinai Doctors
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Roomed patients and prepared examination areas.
- Took vital signs and collected medical history.
- Performed EKGs and point-of-care testing.
- Collected, labeled, and processed laboratory specimens.
- Documented clinical information using the Epic EHR system.
Medical Assistant
Pediatrics of Sleepy Hollow
10.2017 - 04.2022
- Prepared exam rooms and patients for clinical visits; recorded vitals including height and weight.
- Maintained a clean, organized, patient-centered environment.
- Performed vision and hearing screenings; documented results in patient charts.
- Assisted physicians with well-child and sick visits; tracked lab results and culture outcomes.
- Sterilized instruments and monitored refrigerator/incubator temperatures.
- Performed rapid strep and influenza swabs; documented and tracked results.
Sales Associate
Burlington Coat Factory
01.2017 - 10.2017
- Greeted and assisted customers with merchandise selection.
- Organized product placement to support sales goals.
- Processed sales transactions, bagged purchases, and collected payment.
Medical Assistant (Internship)
University Medical Service P.C.
01.2017 - 03.2017
- Escorted patients to exam rooms and explained procedures clearly.
- Maintained stock of medical supplies and instruments.
- Triaged messages between patients, front desk staff, and physicians.
- Recorded vital signs and documented medical history accurately.
Education
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) Certificate -
Allen School of Health Sciences
Brooklyn, NYBusiness Administration
Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NYSkills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care
09.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Mount Sinai Doctors
05.2022 - 09.2022
Medical Assistant
Pediatrics of Sleepy Hollow
10.2017 - 04.2022
Sales Associate
Burlington Coat Factory
01.2017 - 10.2017
Medical Assistant (Internship)
University Medical Service P.C.
01.2017 - 03.2017
Business Administration
Borough of Manhattan Community College
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) Certificate -
Allen School of Health Sciences