Doreen Asamoah
New York,NY
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with background in providing support to physicians, handling patient care tasks, and managing administrative duties. Skilled in recording vital signs, preparing patients for examination, and maintaining medical records with confidentiality and accuracy. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy. Contributed to streamlining clinical processes resulting in more efficient patient flow and enhanced care delivery.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Mt. Sinai Hospital
NY, NY
01.2020 - Current
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
- Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Senior Student Nurse -
Helene Fuld College of Nursing
Manhattan, NY05.2025
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Phlebotomy
- Medical office administration
- Check-in coordination
- Compassionate
- EMR / EHR
- Communicating with patient families
- Simple dressings
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Clinical applications
- Feeding assistance expert
- Vital sign monitors
- Direct patient care
- Electronic health records
- Patient care coordination
- Restocking lab supplies
- Reliable team player
- Patient bathing
- Preparing specimens and samples
- Laboratory specimen collection
- Professionalism and ethics
- Patient toileting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Adaptable
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Phlebotomy techniques
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Medical Assistant
- Personal Care Assistant
- EKG
- Phlebotomy
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Mt. Sinai Hospital
01.2020 - Current
Senior Student Nurse -
Helene Fuld College of Nursing
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