Rachel Derritt
Klamath Falls
Summary
Compassionate Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with a knack for completing tasks efficiently and productively. Possess specialized skills in patient care, medical terminology, and electronic health records management. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring high-quality patient support and seamless clinical operations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
KOSM
Klamath Falls
06.2023 - Current
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured proper sterilization of equipment.
- Collected and processed lab specimens for testing and analysis.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions.
- Scheduled patient appointments and coordinated follow-up visits.
- Monitored vital signs and documented findings in patient charts.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and answer questions.
- Assisted physicians with clinical procedures such as suturing, drawing blood, and administering injections.
- Performed patient intake, including taking vital signs and medical histories.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations within the clinic setting by following established protocols.
- Performed laboratory specimen collections such as urine samples or throat swabs according to established standards.
- Ensured accuracy of all documents related to patient visits including consent forms, discharge instructions and follow-up appointments.
- Participated in continuing education courses relevant to clinical medical assisting duties.
- Administered medication and immunizations under the direction of a physician or nurse practitioner using proper safety protocols.
- Answered phones promptly while providing excellent customer service to callers inquiring about services offered at the clinic.
- Communicated effectively with patients to provide a positive experience throughout their visit.
- Documented lab results accurately into the Electronic Medical Record system.
- Provided support to nursing staff by performing tasks such as changing bed linens or restocking supplies.
- Collected forms, copied insurance cards and coordinated patient information for billing and insurance processing.
- Ordered laboratory tests and interpreted results in collaboration with healthcare team members.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Assisted physicians during patient examinations and procedures.
- Clinically performed phlebotomy, suture and staple removal, sterile field prep, EKG, IV start, and vision and hearing screenings.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
- Application and removal of DME, splints, and braces appropriately.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cotopaxi High School
Cotopaxi, CO06-1999
Some College (No Degree) -
Klamath Community College
Klamath Falls, ORSome College (No Degree) -
Otero Junior College
La Junta, COSkills
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Laboratory specimen collection
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Healthcare compliance
- Phlebotomy
- Immunization administration
- Performed Laboratory Test, maintained laboratory device (QC checks)
- AutoClave use and maintenance
- Staple Removal
- Suture removal
- Wound Care
- Triage patient both in clinic and via phone
- DME fitting
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
KOSM
06.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Cotopaxi High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Klamath Community College
Some College (No Degree) -
Otero Junior College