Sally Bassett
Jonesport,ME
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with extensive experience at DECH - AMMC, skilled in phlebotomy and clinical documentation. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and meticulous care. Adept at managing medical supply inventory, ensuring a seamless clinical environment while adhering to strict infection control protocols.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
DECH - AMMC
Jonesport, ME
06.2022 - 08.2025
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer any questions.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Medical Assistant
HFHC
Harrington, ME
2018 - 06.2022
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
- Contributed to clean and safe clinic environment by adhering to sanitation protocols.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer any questions.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
Medical Assistant
DECH - AMMC
Jonesport, ME
2007 - 2018
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Supported patient well-being, providing empathetic care and addressing concerns with sensitivity.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer any questions.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for all procedures and treatments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.
- Contributed to clean and safe clinic environment by adhering to sanitation protocols.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
Medical Records
HFHC
Harrington, ME
2003 - 2007
- Safeguarded client privacy by upholding strict confidentiality standards concerning personal information and medical records.
- Sorted and distributed incoming and outgoing medical records.
- Retrieved and entered data into medical records system.
- Received and routed medical records.
- Streamlined documentation processes for improved accuracy and timeliness of medical records.
- Maintained accurate medical records for better decision-making and optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing medical records and maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Processed medical records requests, assuring release only to appropriate parties proper authorization.
- Updated electronic medical records with current patient data and physician notes.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
Medical Assistant
Arnold Memorial Medical Center
Jonesport, ME
2001 - 2003
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for all procedures and treatments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
- Contributed to clean and safe clinic environment by adhering to sanitation protocols.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Education
GED -
Jonesport Beals High
Jonesport, MESkills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital sign monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Phlebotomy
- Procedure assistance
- Electronic medical records
- Immunization administration
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Specimens collection and processing
- Medical procedures
- Sterilization techniques
- Medical supply inventory
- Equipment sterilization
- Inventory and supply management
- Simple dressings
Timeline
Medical Assistant
DECH - AMMC
06.2022 - 08.2025
Medical Assistant
HFHC
2018 - 06.2022
Medical Assistant
DECH - AMMC
2007 - 2018
Medical Records
HFHC
2003 - 2007
Medical Assistant
Arnold Memorial Medical Center
2001 - 2003
GED -
Jonesport Beals High