Dedicated and compassionate, Well progressive career history with direct coordination in any fast-paced environment. Have the ability to remain calm under pressure along with being very skillful at handling difficult and high stress situations. Always respectful with a great attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant/Medical Laboratory Assistant
Greystone Medicine
Hoover
06.2019 - 09.2024
Ensured that all regulatory requirements were met in accordance with state guidelines.
Assisted physicians in patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications, and preparing exam rooms.
Answered phones in a timely manner and addressed patient inquiries or directed them to the appropriate personnel.
Provided guidance to new medical assistants on procedures and protocols.
Assessed the needs of the facility's personnel and ordered necessary equipment accordingly.
Reviewed lab results with physicians prior to informing patients of results.
Monitored inventory levels of supplies within the medical office environment.
Responded to inquiries from patients regarding their health status or treatments.
Coordinated patient appointments with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, handling phone calls, filing paperwork.
Created effective communication systems between departments to ensure smooth operations.
Managed data entry into electronic health record software applications.
Advised on best practices for maintaining medical records confidentiality and security protocols.
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients or their families.
Assisted physicians with clinical procedures such as suturing, casting, splinting, and wound care.
Provided assistance to patients during examinations by taking vital signs and recording information into electronic health records.
Organized patient scheduling, including scheduling follow-up visits with physicians.
Developed protocols for handling emergency situations within the clinic setting.
Ordered laboratory tests, imaging studies, medications, and other supplies needed for patient care.
Assisted with referrals to specialists when necessary.
Took responsibility for ensuring that all HIPAA regulations were followed regarding patient privacy rights.
Greeted patients upon arrival in an efficient and friendly manner.
Maintained inventory of medical supplies and equipment used in the office setting.
Updated procedures necessary for compounding, mixing, packaging, and labeling medications.
Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
Filed insurance claims forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Administered medications under physician's supervision.
Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.
Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
Analyzed test results and reported abnormal findings to physicians or other healthcare personnel promptly.
Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.
Performed routine cleaning and sterilization duties within the lab area.
Conducted comprehensive blood tests, including CBC, lipid panels, and glucose levels, ensuring accurate patient diagnoses.
Identified and corrected problems that could adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results.
Obtained serum or viral swab samples for analysis.
Cut, stained and mounted samples for assessment by pathologist.
Medical Assistant/Lead Phlebotomy Technician
GoNow Doctors Urgent Care
Springville
09.2015 - 10.2019
Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.
Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
Administered medications under physician's supervision.
Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
Performed venipuncture and capillary punctures on patients of all ages.
Managed workflow of the Phlebotomy Department by assigning tasks to staff members accordingly.
Ensured that specimens were collected, labeled, stored, and transported properly.
Scheduled appointments for blood draws according to departmental protocol.
Resolved customer complaints in a timely fashion while maintaining confidentiality.
Performed maintenance on lab equipment such as centrifuges, pipettes.
Monitored inventory levels for laboratory supplies and equipment.
Monitored logs to verify adherence to draw and testing schedules.
Trained and supervised phlebotomists and lab assistants.
Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
Ensured the cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment and work area.
Clinical Coordinator/Supervisor
Blackwells way
Pinson
08.2011 - 10.2014
Developed and implemented clinical protocols, policies, and procedures.
Participated in the recruitment process for new employees by conducting interviews and making hiring decisions.
Provided direct supervision to clinical staff members in accordance with regulatory standards.
Monitored quality assurance activities related to clinical operations.
Conducted patient assessments to evaluate needs and develop individualized plans of care.
Coordinated weekly work schedules for department employees.
Monitored proper clinical area appearance, sterilization and restocking by creating daily, weekly and monthly assistant tasks lists.
Monitored patient care to ensure adherence to established clinical guidelines and standards.
Administered medications and various vaccines and performed in-office labs and tests.
Supervised clinical staff, providing training and performance evaluations to enhance team efficiency.
Updated procedures necessary for compounding, mixing, packaging, and labeling medications.
Addressed and resolved interpersonal conflicts within the team, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Clinical Research Coordinator
Birmingham Research Group
Hoover
04.2007 - 06.2011
Maintained accurate up-to-date tracking logs for all aspects of clinical research activities including but not limited to adverse events, serious adverse events, concomitant medications, lab results .
Monitored patient safety during clinical trials according to established guidelines.
Communicated effectively with investigators, study staff, sponsors, vendors, IRB personnel, and other stakeholders throughout the life cycle of the trial.
Prepared informed consent forms for review by ethics committees.
Developed and maintained accurate and timely study databases.
Collaborated with sponsors and investigators to carry out efficient and fully compliant research trials.
Kept patient care protocols and clinical trial operations in compliance.
Collected, processed and delivered specimens from trial participants.
Placed orders for medications to be used in studies.
Took vital signs and collected medical histories as part of study protocols.
Conducted screening interviews to determine eligibility of possible subjects.
Monitored subject enrollment and tracked dropout details.
Performed patient assessments, collected and analyzed data, and prepared reports.
Facilitated resolution of protocol deviations or violations reported by sites or detected through monitoring activities.
Developed case report forms for data collection at investigational sites.
Compiled trial related documents into a master file as required by sponsor or regulatory agency.
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