Nicole Anderson
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Medical assistant with experience supporting cancer care, radiation procedures, and general clinic operations. Handles scheduling, rooming, vitals, specimen collection, charting, and patient education with a focus on accuracy and steady coordination. Brings reliable support to providers and patients in fast-paced medical settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assitant
Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center
Jacksonville, Florida
12.2025 - Current
- Assisted providers with procedures and patient examinations, facilitating quality care in clinic settings.
- Collected medical histories and medication lists for cancer care visits.
- Supported oncology patients at Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center with rooming and vital signs.
- Collected patient samples for laboratory analysis, contributing to accurate diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Documented patient information in electronic health records accurately and promptly.
- Prepared exam rooms to meet infection control standards, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Co-Lead Medical Assistant (Radiation Assistant)
Cancer Specialists of North Florida
Jacksonville, Florida
09.2016 - 02.2025
- Scheduled HDR procedures for high-dose radiation, ensuring timely patient care.
- Prepare patients and assist the physician during HDR procedures for cervical and endometrial cancer.
- Coordinated patient appointments and reconciled physician schedules monthly to optimize clinic workflow.
- Educated patients on radiation treatment expectations and side effect management to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Triage phone calls, refill prescriptions, and scan documents into patient charts.
- Ordered clinic supplies to ensure availability for patient care.
- Sterilize and autoclave equipment for procedures.
Medical Assistant Supervisor
Michigan Institute of Urology
07.2008 - 09.2016
- Assigned daily duties to MAs to ensure efficient workflow
- Assist doctors with urological procedures in a clinical setting
- Assist doctors with cystoscopies, bladder and prostate biopsies
- Assist doctors with BPH procedures (laser, microwave, and Urolift).
- Administer treatment for prostate and bladder cancer
- Inserted and removed Foley catheters to enhance patient comfort and care
- Drew blood samples and administered injections to patients
- Ordered medications for patient administration to support timely treatments
- Bring pts back and prepare them for their visit with the doctor
Medical Assistant
Wound Care Clinic
04.2006 - 07.2008
- Treated various wounds, including bed sores, surgical wounds, and diabetic ulcers, to promote healing and patient comfort
- Assisted providers with dressing changes and debridement to ensure effective wound management and maintain sterile conditions
- Assessed patients in nursing homes to identify care needs and facilitate appropriate wound treatment
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Education
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Detroit Business Institute
Detroit, MI12-1997
High School Diploma -
Western International High School
Detroit, MI06-1990
Skills
- Phlebotomy services
- Catheter management
- Sample collection
- Procedure assistance
- Dressing changes
- Sterilization methods
- Patient scheduling
- Superior patient care
- Patient education
- Customer service excellence
- Dependable team member
Certification
- Medical Assistant Certification (American Allied Health)
Timeline
Medical Assitant
Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center
12.2025 - Current
Co-Lead Medical Assistant (Radiation Assistant)
Cancer Specialists of North Florida
09.2016 - 02.2025
Medical Assistant Supervisor
Michigan Institute of Urology
07.2008 - 09.2016
Medical Assistant
Wound Care Clinic
04.2006 - 07.2008
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Detroit Business Institute
High School Diploma -
Western International High School