Sarah Alkadi
Concord,CA
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office management. Committed to obtaining the highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
total family urgent care
Sunrise, FL
12.2011 - 11.2021
Medical Assistant
total family urgent care
Lauderhill
11.2011 - 11.2021
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, taking patient histories, and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications, and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription, and data entry into the electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under the direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs, and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms, and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients, including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- File insurance claim forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Science
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12-2034
Skills
- Indirect Patient Care
- Patient-focused care
- Data Entry
- Payment Collection
- HIPAA Compliance
- Inventory Management
- Medical Billing
- Procedure Assistance
- Immunization Administration
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- OB/GYN procedures
- CPR
Languages
English
Professional
Arabic
Professional
Timeline
Medical Assistant
total family urgent care
12.2011 - 11.2021
Medical Assistant
total family urgent care
11.2011 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biological Science
Arizona State University
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