Samantha Williams
Albany,OR
Summary
Dedicated Certified Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Samaritan Health Services, skilled in HIPAA compliance and patient scheduling. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through effective communication and compassionate care. Adept at specimen collection and processing, contributing to efficient healthcare delivery and positive patient experiences.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Samaritan Health Services
06.2006 - Current
- Facilitated patient examinations and procedures for healthcare providers to enhance patient comfort and ensure safety.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and enhance patient safety.
- Performed comprehensive patient intake assessments to facilitate effective healthcare delivery through precise medical history documentation in EHR.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling and follow-ups to enhance patient access to care services.
- 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.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- 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.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Education
Psychology
Pierce College
Woodland Hills, CAHigh School Diploma - Business
Reseda High School
Reseda, CA06.1983
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient scheduling
- Basic life support
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
Triage assessment
- Safety compliance
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Infection control
- Telephone etiquette
- HIPAA protocols
- Healthcare procedures
- Sample collection procedures
Certification
Certified Medical Assistant
Certified CPR
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Samaritan Health Services
06.2006 - Current
Psychology
Pierce College
High School Diploma - Business
Reseda High School