Sara Thurman, RMA
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Proven Registered Medical Assistant with extensive experience in patient care and medical procedures. Skilled in phlebotomy and proficient in EMR systems like eCW and Epic, demonstrating a strong ability to improve patient flow and satisfaction. Excelled in multitasking and compassionate patient interaction, enhancing the healthcare experience.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Medical Assistant
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
05.2023 - Current
- Medication prior authorization
- Knowledge in transgender care
- Assisting in IUD and Nexplanon insertion procedures
Registered Medical Assistant
UCHealth
07.2019 - 03.2023
- Assisting in procedures including toenail removals, excisions, colposcopies, EMB's, IUD insertions, and Nexplanon insertions.
- Autoclaving instruments
- Spirometry tests
- Drug screens
- Knowledge in suboxone
Registered Medical Assistant
EmergiCare
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Phlebotomy
- IV insertions and fluid monitoring
- Injections
- Wound cleaning and care
- Assisting in wound suturing
- DOT physicals
- Pre-employment drug screens
- Breathalyzer training for post workman's comp accidents
- Workman's comp care
- Hearing tests
- Spirometry tests
Registered Medical Assistant
Small World Pediatrics
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Pediatric vaccines
- Front desk / faxes
- Knowledge of CDC vaccine schedule
- Assisting in yearly pediatric check ups
Registered Medical Assistant
Centura Health
10.2014 - 02.2018
- POC testing
- Pediatric vaccines
- Autoclaving instruments
- Phlebotomy
- Lead Medical Assistant
- In charge of ordering supplies
- In charge of making the schedule for all providers and MA's
Registered Medical Assistant
Parkview Medical Center
12.2012 - 10.2014
- Mostly worked in Neurosurgery but would float to other clinics as needed such as OB/GYN, cardiology, neurology, and family practice.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, COAssociate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
IntelliTec Medical Institute
Colorado Springs, CO2012
High School Diploma -
Foothill High School
Sacramento2009
Skills
- Taking vital signs like blood pressure and heart rate
- Administering injections
- Phlebotomy
- Applying dressings
- Assisting in wound care
- Removing sutures / staples
- Performing EKGs
- Strep tests / Mono / Influenza / Covid
- Preparing patients for medical procedures
- CPR certified
- Answering phones
- Scheduling appointments
- Handling patient correspondence
- ECW and Epic EMRs
Certifications
Registered Medical Assistant through American Medical Technologists.
ID # 2625901
Expiration date 2/1/2025
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED through American Red Cross
ID # 01CNI7N
Completed 11/11/2023
Expiration date 11/2025
Timeline
Registered Medical Assistant
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
05.2023 - Current
Registered Medical Assistant
UCHealth
07.2019 - 03.2023
Registered Medical Assistant
EmergiCare
07.2018 - 07.2019
Registered Medical Assistant
Small World Pediatrics
02.2018 - 05.2018
Registered Medical Assistant
Centura Health
10.2014 - 02.2018
Registered Medical Assistant
Parkview Medical Center
12.2012 - 10.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
IntelliTec Medical Institute
High School Diploma -
Foothill High School
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