Dedicated Medical Assistant skilled with technical, clerical and patient support. Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively to patients and staff.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Associates in Woman's Health
09.2021 - Current
Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures to ensure optimal care delivery.
Managed patient records using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems for accurate documentation and retrieval.
Coordinated patient appointments and follow-ups to enhance scheduling efficiency and minimize wait times.
Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and preventive health measures to improve health literacy.
Medical Assistant
Our Lady of the Lake
01.2015 - 04.2019
Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency.
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
Assisted patients in preparation for examinations, assessing and recording vital signs.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including but not limited to EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Medical Assistant
Ochsner Medical Center
05.2013 - 12.2013
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Provided necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures.
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
Carefully prepared, reviewed and submitted patient statements.
Communicated with patients by phone and via written correspondence.
Cleaned and disinfected chairs and equipment according to facility policy.
Monitored patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
Medical Assistant Extern
Pediatric Health Associates
12.2011 - 01.2012
Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families.
Cleaned and disinfected chairs and equipment according to facility policy.
Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
Obtained and recorded patient vital signs; escorted patients to examination rooms and documented medical histories.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant Certification
Fortis College
Baton Rouge, LA
2011
Skills
Stocking supplies
Patient scheduling
Charting expertise
Venipuncture and phlebotomy
Proper sterilization techniques
Specimens collection and processing
Preparing specimens and samples
Electrocardiography (EKG)
Vital sign monitors
HIPAA compliance
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Associates in Woman's Health
09.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
Our Lady of the Lake
01.2015 - 04.2019
Medical Assistant
Ochsner Medical Center
05.2013 - 12.2013
Medical Assistant Extern
Pediatric Health Associates
12.2011 - 01.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant Certification