Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Certification
Cover Letter
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Sabrina Deaton

Dallas

Summary

Dynamic, Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant with extensive experience in Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, and OB/Gyn.

I was lucky enough to have an ex-husband who was in the military and gave us the chance to move around, giving me experience in these different fields.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

National Registered Certified Medical Assistant

Urgent Care For Kids
McKinney
05.2023 - Current
  • Handled patient callbacks regarding various inquiries and issues.
  • Maintained adequate stock levels through meticulous oversight of medical supplies.
  • Regularly replenished facility’s stock of essential supplies.
  • Communicated with pharmacies for patient prescription management.
  • Ensured confidentiality of patient information following HIPAA regulations.
  • Executed processes to fulfill medical and laboratory necessities.
  • Prepared exam rooms efficiently for upcoming procedures.
  • Set up specimens for various laboratory tests.
  • Checked laboratory data for precision and swiftly communicated abnormal findings to medical staff.
  • Performed routine maintenance on medical equipment in accordance with guidelines.
  • Scheduled patient admissions through coordination with medical facilities.
  • Organized treatment rooms, ensuring surfaces were clean and materials restocked.
  • Executed a range of clerical responsibilities to support staff efficiently in high-demand times.
  • Processed payments for administrative team.
  • Provided patient education on maintaining healthy diets, consistent exercise routines, and proper medication usage.
  • Assisted patients with form completion and inquiries about health care services.
  • Gathered comprehensive patient information including health history, vital signs, and present medical concerns through interviews.
  • Performed fundamental health assessments to ensure quality care.
  • Organized scheduling of patient consultations and subsequent check-ups.
  • Informed patients about medication details, procedural steps and doctor's guidelines.
  • Conducted appointment scheduling, greeting of patients and ordering of supplies.
  • Participated in small surgical tasks supervised by a medical professional.
  • Kept precise logs of diagnostic, treatment, and prescription records.
  • Collected, identified and maintained samples systematically in preparation for testing.
  • Interviewed patients to gather information and confirm visit purpose.
  • Handled computerized systems to process patient payments efficiently.
  • Collected and prepared biological specimens for diagnostic testing.
  • Executed diagnostic procedures like EKGs and hearing screenings following established protocols.
  • Recorded detailed notes during patient consultations.
  • Merged external information with medical charts and digital health records.
  • Administered injections as directed by medical professionals.
  • Managed medication distribution following physician guidelines.
  • Contributed insights during sessions aimed at refining care delivery processes.
  • Organized patient documents for billing and insurance.

Patient Care Technician - Lead

Parkland Hospital - NICU
Dallas
10.2021 - 05.2025
  • Facilitated responsibilities in healthcare support roles.
  • Carried out necessary phlebotomy procedures for the unit.
  • Supports employee and patient family inquiries by providing necessary assistance and information.
  • Conducted feeding assistance following guidelines provided by RN.
  • Ensure continuous communication, safeguarding patient rights and confidentiality.
  • Tracks patient status consistently and notifies nurses of any condition changes.
  • Organized patient admissions, transfers, and discharges by creating charts.
  • Updates precise and timely records of unit-specific activities, including logs, vital signs, ambulation, feeding outcomes, quality control checks, and chaperoning.
  • Oversaw recruitment and onboarding processes for new technicians.
  • Conducted staff training sessions.
  • Maintains work environment and patient care areas following infection prevention and care guidelines.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of relevant rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines impacting the unit.

Medical Assistant

Sanford Health Peds/Family Med/Walk-in Clinic
Dickinson
04.2020 - 10.2021
  • Maintains compliance with relevant rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines affecting the unit.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of vital signs and vaccination details.
  • Communicated effectively about tests and procedures to parents.
  • Oversaw operations when the main supervisor was unavailable.
  • Coordinated orders for necessary supplies.
  • Supported healthcare procedures through referrals, authorizations, and verifications.
  • Walk-In Clinic performed EKGs, COVID swabs, flu, strep, and RSV testing. Scheduled labs, radiology, IV insertion, suture removal, and injections.

Medical Assistant

Craig Ranch Ob Gyn
McKinney
01.2019 - 04.2020
  • Measured vital signs, obtained chief complaints, and medical histories.
  • Enhanced documentation accuracy using AthenaNet EMR Software.
  • Performed injections, specimen collection, prepared examination rooms, and discussed the plan of action with patients.
  • Addressed phone inquiries about labs and imaging reports.
  • Assisted the physician with medical exams and procedures, including IUDs, colposcopy procedures, NSTs, and wound care.
  • Adhered to aseptic techniques in compliance with HIPAA and OSHA guidelines.

Lead NRCMA

Glenwood Medical Associates
Glenwood Springs
12.2016 - 01.2019
  • Conducted training sessions for new staff to ensure familiarity with tasks and protocols.
  • Captured essential patient information including vital signs and medical histories.
  • Utilized Insperity EMR in charting processes.
  • Performed injections, specimen collection, prepared, and stocked examination rooms.
  • Documented clinical encounters for providers.
  • Collaborated with patients to develop actionable plans.
  • Returned phone calls regarding labs, referrals, prescriptions, and imaging, as well as triaging patients and scheduling appointments for follow-ups, radiology, and specialty clinics, along with getting preauthorizations for medications and procedures.
  • Conducted insurance verifications for various medical procedures.
  • Assisted the physician with medical exams, well-woman exams, to include STD swabs and cultures.
  • Administered wound care using aseptic techniques in compliance with HIPAA and OSHA guidelines.

NRCMA

UNT Health Science Center
Fort Worth
11.2012 - 12.2016
  • Measured vital signs, obtained chief complaints, and medical histories.
  • Maximized efficiency through the use of NextGen EMR software.
  • Administered injections, conducted EKGs, performed vision screenings.
  • Collected and processed specimens.
  • Ensured readiness of examination rooms for each patient.
  • Collaboratively developed treatment strategies with patients.
  • Handled phone inquiries concerning laboratory and imaging results.
  • Adhered to aseptic procedures in wound care as mandated by HIPAA and OSHA regulations.

Lead Medical Assistant

Advanced Pain Management Clinic
Amarillo
05.2012 - 11.2012
  • Welcomed patients, guiding them to examination rooms.
  • Ensure precision of patient information covering medical background, current medications, and presenting issues.
  • Performed phlebotomy, started IVs for procedures, prepared treatment rooms.
  • Provide guidance to patients on upcoming treatment options.
  • Coordinated surgeries with the surgery center and verified insurance.
  • Maintain a safe, healthy work environment with aseptic technique.
  • Utilized extensive knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Executed timely placement of orders to maintain inventory levels.
  • Ensured equipment met HIPAA and OSHA standards in daily operations.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Kaplan University - Dallas
Dallas, TX
05-2012

High School Diploma -

Home School
Dallas, TX
05-1997

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Vital signs measurement
  • EMR management
  • Phlebotomy procedures
  • Inventory management
  • Laboratory specimen handling
  • Patient education
  • Injection administration
  • Clinical documentation
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Medical terminology
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Confidentiality assurance
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • HIPAA protocols
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Treatment setup
  • Conflict resolution
  • Sample collection procedures
  • Wound care
  • Basic life support
  • Medication administration
  • Payment collection
  • Workflow organization
  • Physical stamina
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Telephone etiquette
  • Schedule coordination
  • Healthcare procedures
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Needs assessments
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient scheduling
  • Time management
  • Patient documentation
  • Triage assessment
  • Clinical applications
  • Safety compliance
  • Insurance confirmation
  • Blood pressure measurement
  • Medical records oversight
  • Electronic health records
  • Problem-solving
  • Phlebotomy techniques
  • Medical billing
  • Patient assessments
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Attention to detail
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Vital signs and examinations
  • Restocking lab supplies
  • Compassionate
  • Wound care and irrigation
  • Preparing specimens and samples
  • Prescription refills
  • Insurance verification
  • Direct patient care

Accomplishments

  • Employee of the Month at Parkland in 2021

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • National Registered Certified Medical Assistant through NAHP
  • BLS Certification through AHA

Cover Letter

I would like to apply for your open Medical Assistant position. I had the opportunity to move around quite a bit, due to my ex husband being Active Military, where I was able to work in different states and Specialties. 

I look forward to hearing from you. 

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

National Registered Certified Medical Assistant

Urgent Care For Kids
05.2023 - Current

Patient Care Technician - Lead

Parkland Hospital - NICU
10.2021 - 05.2025

Medical Assistant

Sanford Health Peds/Family Med/Walk-in Clinic
04.2020 - 10.2021

Medical Assistant

Craig Ranch Ob Gyn
01.2019 - 04.2020

Lead NRCMA

Glenwood Medical Associates
12.2016 - 01.2019

NRCMA

UNT Health Science Center
11.2012 - 12.2016

Lead Medical Assistant

Advanced Pain Management Clinic
05.2012 - 11.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Kaplan University - Dallas

High School Diploma -

Home School
Sabrina Deaton