Sandra Rickell
Hampstead,MD
Summary
Trustworthy, dedicated employee.
Team player, but self-motivated, detail oriented, excellent communication skills. Follow direction well.
Professional in appearance and attitude.
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 30 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organization, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and assisting the providers in sterile surgical procedures and biopsies. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Anne Arundel Dermatology Association
Bethesda, MD
05.2012 - Current
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Proficient in obtaining patient history electronically and prepare them for provider.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills
- Performed or scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use, troubleshooting technical issues and coordinating repairs
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies
Medical Assistant
Elizabeth Liotta, MD
Frederick, MD
05.2010 - 05.2012
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Working in fast paced environment
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Education
Certificate of Completion of Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
1989 Medix School For Medical Assisting
Towson, MD06.1989
High School Diploma -
Westminster Senior High School
Westminster, MD06.1978
Skills
- Clinical and Operational Judgement
- Appointment Scheduling
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Procedure Assistance
- Clear Communication
- Coordinating Drug Refills
- Examination Preparation
- Wound Care
- Pharmacy Relations
- Decision Making
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Routine Laboratory Testing
- Blood and Tissue Collection
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Supply Management
- Cleaning and Organizing
- Social Perceptiveness
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Relations
- Quality Control
- Electronic Charting
- Willingness to Learn
- Patient Chart Tracking
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Standards Compliance
- Microsoft Office
- Centrifuge Operation
- Sanitizing and Cleaning
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Relationship Building
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- Certified Dermatology Tech
- Certified Phlebotomist
I love the outdoors, Kayaking, camping, walking, hiking, photography
I love the outdoors, Kayaking, camping, walking, hiking, photography
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Anne Arundel Dermatology Association
05.2012 - Current
Medical Assistant
Elizabeth Liotta, MD
05.2010 - 05.2012
Certificate of Completion of Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
1989 Medix School For Medical Assisting
High School Diploma -
Westminster Senior High School
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