Ruby Combs
Statham,GA
Summary
Certified Medical Assistant with strong focus on patient care and clinical support. Skilled in administering medications, recording vital signs, and managing patient records. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective teamwork. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant Float
Piedmont Athens Endocrinology
11.2022 - 03.2024
- Assisted physicians in providing patient care, including taking vital signs, inputting patient history into Epic, downloading insulin pumps and blood glucose meters
- Maintained accurate medical records by documenting patient information, test results, and treatment plans
- Educated patients on medication instructions, post-treatment care, and preventive measures to promote overall health
- Assisted in the coordination of diagnostic tests, including scheduling appointments and communicating results to patients
- Supported front desk operations by greeting patients, verifying insurance information, and collecting co-payments
Certified Medical Assistant
Piedmont Physicians White Oak
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Meeting and greeting patients, obtaining appropriate patient information and medical history, accurately documenting in Epic
- Recording vital signs; performing EKGs, injections and other similar office procedures
- Performed lab duties, including but not limited to: phlebotomy, order entry, specimen collection
- Handled telephone and in-basket requests in a timely manner
- Prepared and maintained exam rooms
- Practiced standard precautions, including handwashing and disposal of bio-hazardous materials
- Assisted with administrative duties such as scheduling, TCM calls, prior authorizations, completing and submitting any patient forms
Certified Medical Assistant
North Atlanta Endocrinology & Diabetes
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Obtaining patient information and accurately documenting patient medical in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
- Recorded vital signs and other similar office procedures
- Assisting physician with examination and treatments when needed
- Answering phones, refilling prescriptions, and relaying lab results to patients
- Educating patients
- Preparing and maintaining exam rooms
Certified Medical Assistant
Gwinnett Internal Medicine Associates
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Answering phones, scheduling appointments, taking patient medical history, vital signs, injections, vaccines, patient education
- Performing various diagnostic procedures (EKG, Holter Monitors, Spirometry, Ear Irrigations, urinalysis)
- Ensured the cleanliness, sanitation and maintenance of exam rooms and equipment
Education
Certification in Medical Assisting -
United Education Institute
Morrow, GA10.2011
High school diploma -
Faith Academy
Locust Grove, GA05.2010
Skills
- Patient Care
- EMR Systems
- Basic life support
- Verbal and written communication
- Reliable team player
- Laboratory Experience
- Medical Terminology
- Specimens collection and processing
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- HIPAA protocols
Certification
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), 04/01/21, 04/01/24
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant Float
Piedmont Athens Endocrinology
11.2022 - 03.2024
Certified Medical Assistant
Piedmont Physicians White Oak
02.2021 - 11.2022
Certified Medical Assistant
North Atlanta Endocrinology & Diabetes
07.2019 - 12.2019
Certified Medical Assistant
Gwinnett Internal Medicine Associates
01.2016 - 05.2018
High school diploma -
Faith Academy
Certification in Medical Assisting -
United Education Institute
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