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Samantha Slezak

Clinically Certified Medical Assistant
Elba,AL

Summary

Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Strong ability to multitask and prioritize workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant

Wiregrass Podiatry
Enterprise, AL
05.2021 - 03.2022
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Reviewed medical histories and current information to provide accurate information to surgeons.
  • Organized patient files and streamlined operations to improve efficiency.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions and direct calls to staff.

Medical Assistant

Southeastern ENT
Enterprise, AL
06.2019 - 05.2021
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
  • Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.

Childcare Worker

Bright Beginnings Childcare Center
Elba, AL
07.2017 - 06.2019
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development.
  • Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
  • Promoted good behavior with positive reinforcement methods.
  • Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
  • Kept all areas neat, clean and properly sanitized.

Elderly Caregiver

Southern Patient In-home Care
Andalusia, AL
09.2016 - 06.2017
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care, helping to optimize treatments and enhance outcomes.
  • Delivered compassionate care to improve and enhance patient lives.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
  • Kept patients mentally alert by entertaining, conversing and reading aloud to patients.

Childcare Worker

Bright Beginning Childcare Center
Elba, AL
03.2014 - 06.2016
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
  • Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
  • Distributed food, napkins and beverages in preparation for snack time.
  • Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children, including updating attendance and requesting new supplies.

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting

Lurleen B Wallace Community College
Andalusia, AL
03.2019 - 05.2019

High School Diploma -

Zion Chapel High School
Jack, Al
05.2013 - 05.2013

Skills

Medical office administration

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Timeline

Medical Assistant

Wiregrass Podiatry
05.2021 - 03.2022

Medical Assistant

Southeastern ENT
06.2019 - 05.2021

Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting

Lurleen B Wallace Community College
03.2019 - 05.2019

Childcare Worker

Bright Beginnings Childcare Center
07.2017 - 06.2019

Elderly Caregiver

Southern Patient In-home Care
09.2016 - 06.2017

Childcare Worker

Bright Beginning Childcare Center
03.2014 - 06.2016

High School Diploma -

Zion Chapel High School
05.2013 - 05.2013

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