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Rhonda Lewis

Medical Assistant
Upper Darby,PA

Summary

Experienced Phlebotomist bringing 3 years of experience. Expert in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collections. Skilled in accurately collecting specimens for quick testing and diagnostic turnaround. Team-oriented in training clinical staff on proper venipuncture techniques.

Overview

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Medical Assistant

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Phlebotomist

Work History

Medical Assistant

Excel Medical Center
Philadelphia, PA
09.2019 - Current
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
  • Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
  • Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
  • Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
  • Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
  • Sanitized work area after every patient to prevent contamination and spread of disease.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Measured patient spirometry.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.

Home Health Aide

CareSense Home Health Care
Philadelphia, PA
11.2013 - 11.2016
  • Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
  • Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.

Home Health Aide

Bayada Home Care
Philadelphia, PA
04.2009 - 09.2016
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
  • Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.

Education

Diploma - Medical Assisting

Herzing University
Madison, WI
08.2019

National Phlebotomy Certification - Phlebotomy

Becksford Health Services
Philadelphia, PA
03.2019

Certificate - Nursing Assistance

Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA
05.1998

Skills

  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Understands Medical Procedures
  • Venipuncture and Phlebotomy
  • Drawing Blood
  • Biohazard Waste Disposal
  • Sharps Disposal
  • Problem Solving
  • Information Gathering
  • Decision Making
  • Verbal Communication
  • Butterfly Venipuncture
  • Treatment Room Preparation
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Patient-focused care
  • Patient assessments
  • Restocking lab supplies
  • Data entry
  • Vital sign monitors
  • Simple dressings
  • EMR / EHR
  • Pulmonary function tests (pfts)
  • Vital signs and examinations
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Hospice care
  • Certified in basic life support (BLS)
  • Appointment setting
  • Clinical operations
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Reliable team player
  • Compassionate
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Medical terminologies
  • EKG set up and monitoring
  • Patient feeding
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Diagnostic equipment expertise
  • Patient-handling equipment
  • Monitoring patient progress
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Lab equipment setup
  • Medical procedures
  • Electronic medical records
  • Lab equipment operation
  • Quick problem solver
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Payment collection
  • Medical records confidentiality
  • Analytical decision-making skills
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Medical office administration

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Excel Medical Center
09.2019 - Current

Home Health Aide

CareSense Home Health Care
11.2013 - 11.2016

Home Health Aide

Bayada Home Care
04.2009 - 09.2016

Diploma - Medical Assisting

Herzing University

National Phlebotomy Certification - Phlebotomy

Becksford Health Services

Certificate - Nursing Assistance

Tidewater Community College

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