Motivated Public Health Intern ready to learn current public health concerns and needs of different demographic groups. Familiar with marketing, program management and communication strategies. But ready to learn from hands on. I am a dependable person willing to learn about design health education campaigns and programs to raise awareness of health issues. Experienced in assessing need for health education and developing strategies to promote health and wellness. Skilled in teaching, mentoring and developing relationships with individuals to support health initiatives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
UT Physicians (Float)
10.2020 - Current
Performs patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs and reviewing medical questionnaires
Collects patient histories, performs medication reconciliation and enters information into the EPIC EMR
Performs other job related duties as assigned
Schedule patients surgeries Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include: sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information; completing forms/requisitions as needed
Sets up instruments and equipment according to department protocol
Conducts patient outreach phone calls, post visit follow-up
Assists with procedures in the clinic as needed
May provide guidance to entry level Medical Assistants
Demonstrated strong multitasking skills while juggling multiple responsibilities including front office duties like answering phones or processing billing inquiries alongside clinical tasks when required.
Continually updated medical knowledge through participation in professional development opportunities, staying current on industry trends and advancements in clinical practice.
Enhanced patient care by efficiently performing clinical tasks such as taking vital signs and administering medications.
Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Houston Methodist Department of Surgery
03.2019 - 09.2020
Performs patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs and reviewing medical questionnaires
Collects patient histories, performs medication reconciliation and enters information into the EPIC EMR
Performs other job related duties as assigned
Takes an inventory of clinic supplies and orders new supplies and equipment
Schedules patient tests and appointments and prepares patient charts
Room patients for all providers in the department
Schedule patients surgeries Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include: sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information; completing forms/requisitions as needed
Sets up instruments and equipment according to department protocol
Conducts patient outreach phone calls, post visit follow-up
Assists with procedures in the clinic as needed
May provide guidance to entry level Medical Assistants
Performs other job related duties as assigned
Maintain Doctor’s Calendar Draw Blood / Lab work Obtain authorizations and peer to peer needed for testing and office visit form insurance
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Baylor College of Medicine
03.2015 - 03.2019
Maintain the General Surgery department handbook for new Medical Assistant onboarding with the department
Schedules appointments, prepares patient charts, and performs other clerical/administrative functions at a clinic
Performs patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs and reviewing medical questionnaires
Performs routine patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs, reviewing medical lists, patient-provided questionnaires and POCT's
Notes the primary complaint for the visit and briefly reviews lab values; identifies if a patient has concerns regarding lab values
Schedules patient tests and appointments and prepares patient charts
Collects patient histories, performs medication reconciliation and enters information into the EPIC EMR
Maintains patient and services rooms in a neat and orderly condition
Takes an inventory of clinic supplies and orders new supplies and equipment
Sorts clinic mail and file patient medical records
Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include: sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information; completing forms/requisitions as needed
Sets up instruments and equipment according to department protocol
Conducts patient outreach phone calls, post visit follow-up
Assists with procedures in the clinic as needed
May provide guidance to entry level Medical Assistants
Performs other job related duties as assigned
Maintain Doctor’s Calendar Draw Blood / Lab work Obtain authorizations and peer to peer needed for testing and office visit form insurance
Ophthalmic Assistant
South Texas Eye Center
01.2015 - 04.2015
History taking Visual acuity measurement Refractometer (measurements for the glasses prescription) Tonometry (measure eye pressure) Measure pupil size and reactivity Test and measure eye muscle function Visual field testing
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Comprehensive Pain Specialist
03.2014 - 10.2014
Triage and work up the patient
Make follow up calls, and answer multiple line phone calls
Checked vitals, along with giving medication, and shots IM, ID, and SC Clean and set up the exam room for patients and doctors
Perform stress tests and Tens Fittings
Perform any CLIA WAIVED testing.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Fondren Medical Clinic
03.2012 - 07.2013
Triage and work up the Patient
Make follow up calls, and answer multiple line phone calls
Checked vitals, along with giving medication, and shots IM, ID, and SC Clean and set up the exam room for patients and doctors
Supervise and perform CLIA WAIVED test and Vaccination Train new medical assistant and interns Check in and check out patients Assist Doctor with procedures Call and verify insurance benefits
Medical Assistant Extern
Crossroads Clinic
10.2011 - 12.2011
Triage patients Assisted with laboratory procedures and testing such as: HIV, pregnancy tests, urine analyses etc
Drew blood, checked vitals, & performed 125 sticks Answered phones and directed to appropriate staff member Arranged and prepared patient examination rooms
Customer Service / Telecommunications Rep
AT&T
11.2008 - 08.2010
Answered high volume phones in call center environment Provided assistance to customers in the US seeking business contact information Computer data entry
Housekeeper (Temp)
St. Dominic Hospital
01.2007 - 07.2007
Cleaned floors, windows, walls, and examination surfaces in facility Emptied trash and maintained patient room and bathroom areas Changed linens daily Reported any maintenance or hazardous issues to supervisor to be corrected
Education
Associate of Applied Science in Allied Health -
South University
Savannah, GA
Clinical Certified Medical Assistant Diploma -
Virginia College
Jackson, MS
10.2010
High School Diploma -
Ridgeland High
Ridgeland, MS
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
Certification
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (National Healthcare Association)