Rita Dodson
Kennesaw,GA
Summary
Versatile Medical Assistant with experience managing diverse business functions with efficiency and quality. Competent in preparing exam rooms, assisting with diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and other administrative duties. Offers dedication and motivation to work environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant 3
American Family Care
05.2022 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained patient medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collect and document patient vital signs, medical history, surgical history, social history and family history
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Position patient for digital X-ray imaging, label and crop imaging for proper overhead reads, burn disc for patient access for referrals
- Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
- Make patient referral appointments
- Familiar with Experity and Eclinical EMR
Assistant Director
Oxford Academy
05.2018 - 12.2020
- Work closely with Director and Owner to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operation.
- Create and update physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate and compliant documentation.
- Familiarize parents with center's policies, regulations, fees and curriculum.
- Engage with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Operate under state of Georgia licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Manage program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Plan and monitor curriculum and program activities and work with teachers to create a fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Evaluate staff and offer guidance to enhance knowledge, skills and professionalism when needed.
- Attend approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Oxford Babies
10.2010 - 02.2017
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Organized small groups of children while transitioning to and from outdoor play.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences and direct personal communication.
- Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 3 months to 2 years old.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
Medical Assistant PRN
Cobb Internal Medicine
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
- Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.
- Performed Blood Draws
- Performed EKG's
- Familiar with EMR E Clinical Works.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Medix College
Smyrna, GA 08.2010
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Staff Support
- Parental Interaction
- General Housekeeping
- Childcare Management
- Enrollment Processing
- Behavior Redirection
- Classroom Observation
- Examination Preparation
- Routine Laboratory Testing
- Patient Relations
- Blood and Tissue Collection
- Updating Medical Records
- Operating EKG Equipment
- Wound Care
- Cleaning and Organizing
- Multi-Line Telephone System Operation
- Diagnostic Testing
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Electronic Charting
- Height and Weight Measurement
- Charting Expertise
- Medical History Collection
- EMR Systems
- Inventory and Supply Management
- Patient Toileting
- Simple Dressings
- Medical Assistance
- Pulse Oximetry
- Administering Vaccines
- Vitals Collection and Documentation
- Performing EKGs
- Patient Preparation and Assistance
- Phlebotomy Functions
- Taking Vital Signs
- X-ray tech
Timeline
Medical Assistant 3
American Family Care
05.2022 - Current
Assistant Director
Oxford Academy
05.2018 - 12.2020
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Oxford Babies
10.2010 - 02.2017
Medical Assistant PRN
Cobb Internal Medicine
08.2010 - 05.2011
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Medix College