RYAN BARBER
WESTSIDEMED
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Practice Certified Medical Assistant
2 Years 10 Months- Administered immunizations for pediatric and adult patients, ensuring accurate dosage, proper documentation, and compliance with VIS and safety protocols.
- Assisted providers during clinical procedures by preparing treatment areas, organizing instruments and supplies, and maintaining sterile technique to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Anticipated provider and patient needs by actively managing patient flow—coordinating room turnover, preparing exam rooms, and ensuring patients were ready with vitals, and testing completed to support efficient, uninterrupted clinical operations.
- Maintained and updated patient records in Epic, ensuring accurate demographics, medical histories, vitals, orders, and visit documentation to facilitate seamless clinical workflows.
- Generated EMR reports, tracked patient follow-ups, monitored gaps in care, and coordinated timely outreach to enhance compliance, continuity of care, and patient outcomes.
Certified Medical Assistant
4 Years 4 Months- Performed minor procedures (ear irrigation, splinting, wound care), completed CLIA-waived in-house testing (UA, Hemoccult, UPT, rapid flu/covid), and performed venipuncture with precise technique, compliant documentation, and adherence to clinical protocols.
- Conducted EKGs, diagnostic testing, and culture collection, ensuring accurate and timely treatment.
- Verified patient benefits using Availity, Gammis, and insurer portals to ensure collection of accurate co-pays and office visit fees.
Office lead
2 Years 10 Months- Directed and developed a team of medical assistants by overseeing training in EMR systems, clinical workflows, and protocols to support the consistent delivery of exceptional patient care.
- Collaborated with staff and providers to resolve patient care and operational concerns, implementing timely solutions that maintained quality care and supported efficient workflow.
- Managed medication inventory and medical supplies to ensure clinical compliance and accurate documentation.
Medical Assistant
3 Years 9 Months- Obtained and communicated laboratory and radiology diagnostic reports to provider, enhancing patient assessment and treatment planning.
- Coordinated with providers, insurance carriers, and pharmacies to complete prior authorizations for medications and infusion therapies, ensuring timely approvals and continuity of patient care.
- Collected patient histories and vital signs for gastroenterology appointments.
- Prepared exam rooms and stocked supplies for clinic procedures.
- Assisted physicians during endoscopy and office-based gastrointestinal exams.
Education
Skills
Triage
EMR Experience
Insurance Verification
Proficiency with Microsoft Word
Excel
Proficient typing skills
Operational Improvements
Consistent Attention to quality and detail
Patient charting & Scheduling
Excellent Interpersonal skills
HIPPA & OSHA Knowledge
Training and development
Effective critical thinking skills
Insurance verification
Prior authorizations
Vital signs
Patient intake
CLIA testing
Epic charting
Venipuncture technique
Immunization administration
EKG testing
Attention to detail
Effective communication
HIPAA compliance
Patient scheduling
Treatment setup
Medication administration
Medical terminology
Specimens collection and processing
Inventory management
Sterilization techniques
Wound care
Patient documentation
Infection control
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
- RMA - Registered Medical Assistant
- CPR License - 2027
Timeline
Family Practice Certified Medical Assistant
KAISER PERMANENTE
05.2023 - 03.2026Read More
Certified Medical Assistant
WESTSIDEMED
06.2022 - CurrentRead More
Office lead
ALLCARE IMMEDIATE CARE
05.2019 - 03.2022Read More
Medical Assistant
ATLANTA GASTROENTEROLOGY ASSOC
07.2015 - 04.2019Read More
United Education Institute
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Jonesboro High School
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