Prep Cook
Louies on the Lake
07.2021
Hi, I’m
Ruth Weyer
Cumberland,WI
Summary
Driven Certified Medical Assistant with a proven track record at Cumberland Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, adept in lab draws, specimen processing, and enhancing patient satisfaction. Leveraged expertise in OSHA and CLIA standards to optimize clinic efficiency and safety. Exceptional communicator, ensuring patient comfort and understanding of care plans, significantly improving patient outcomes.
Work History
Cumberland Health Care and Rehabilitation Center
Certified Medical Assistant - LAB
Job overview
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly upon arrival, checking them in efficiently, and answering any questions they had about their visit or overall healthcare needs.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate medical assistance during appointments.
- Increased patient safety by meticulously following infection control protocols and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Consistently maintained up-to-date certifications, demonstrating dedication to professional development and quality patient care.
- Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
- Optimized inventory management, ordering supplies as needed while minimizing waste and adhering to budget constraints.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
Louies on the Lake
Prep Cook
07.2021
Education
Anoka Vocational Technical Inst.Anoka, MN
Certified Medical Assistant from Medical Assistance
06.1980
Skills
Lab draws
Specimen processing
EKG
Running analyzers and control verification
OSHA
CLIA
Swab collection
Phone
Computer
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant - LAB
Cumberland Health Care and Rehabilitation Center
Anoka Vocational Technical Inst.
Certified Medical Assistant from Medical Assistance
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