Omaira Edwards
Tampa,FL
Summary
Certified Medical Assistant III with extensive experience at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center, specializing in phlebotomy and patient safety. Bilingual professional proficient in EMR, adept at managing inventory and improving patient care through effective customer relations. Strong multitasking abilities and commitment to quality assurance and compliance in high-pressure environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant III
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
Tampa, Florida
02.2017 - Current
- Performed phlebotomy and handled VAD ports, enhancing specimen collection processes.
Managed PICC line access, ensuring patient safety and procedure efficacy.
Processed specimens accurately, adhering to laboratory protocols for quality assurance.
Maintained detailed documentation of procedures for traceability and compliance.
Executed quality control measures to validate testing integrity.
Restocked supplies proactively, minimizing downtime in operations.
CMA
Bay Area Primary Care Associates
Tampa, Florida
03.2012 - 02.2017
- Conducted patient triage, including vital signs assessment and urine testing.
Executed phlebotomy and processed specimens for laboratory analysis.
Administered EKGs, spirometry tests, and ear lavages to evaluate patient conditions.
Provided vaccines and injections in accordance with clinical protocols.
Managed inventory by stocking and reordering medical supplies efficiently.
Handled phone appointments and triaged patient concerns effectively.
Coordinated medication refills to ensure continuity of care.
Utilized EMR to document patient interactions and maintain accurate records.
MA
Care plus walk in clinic
Brandon, Florida
05.2011 - 03.2012
- Perform all aspects of patient triage, vitals, EKG, urine testing, phlebotomy-specimen processing, surgical procedures set up and assistance, ear lavages, spirometry, school physicals, drug screening, DOT's, med renewals, injections, x-rays, instrument sterilization, phones and appointments.
MA
Dr. Antonio Rivera IM
Brandon, Florida
09.2009 - 05.2011
- Perform comprehensive patient triage, EKG, phlebotomy, immunizations/injections, and E-prescribing
Pharmacy Tech
CVS pharmacy
Brandon, Florida
02.2009 - 12.2009
- Processed patient medications efficiently and accurately.
Provided assistance at drive-thru for timely service.
Managed cashiering operations to ensure accurate transactions.
Restocked and maintained medication inventory for optimal availability.
Education
CMA Certification -
NHA
Tampa, FL01.2015
Surgical Tech Graduate -
Sanford Brown Institute
Tampa, FL01.2006
Medical Assistant Graduate -
Bergen Tech
Hackensack, NJ01.1995
Skills
- CCMA certification
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- EMR and computer proficiency
- Management expertise
- Phlebotomy skills
- Customer service excellence
- Medical billing knowledge
- Precertification processes
- Referral management
- EKG administration
- HIPAA and OSHA compliance
- CPR certification
- Surgical scheduling
- Multitasking ability
- Delegation skills
- Quick learning aptitude
- Team collaboration in fast-paced environments
- Independent work capability
- Strong customer relations
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant III
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
02.2017 - Current
CMA
Bay Area Primary Care Associates
03.2012 - 02.2017
MA
Care plus walk in clinic
05.2011 - 03.2012
MA
Dr. Antonio Rivera IM
09.2009 - 05.2011
Pharmacy Tech
CVS pharmacy
02.2009 - 12.2009
CMA Certification -
NHA
Surgical Tech Graduate -
Sanford Brown Institute
Medical Assistant Graduate -
Bergen Tech