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Sarah Johnson

Lufkin

Summary

Dedicated and empathetic medical assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction. I am currently majoring in nursing at Angelina College, and I would love to find somewhere to work during this process that I can hopefully continue to work at after I graduate with my bachelor's degree in nursing!

Work History

Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist

U.S. Dermatology Partners
Nacogdoches
  • Scribed for all providers and prepared prescriptions for pharmacy distribution.
  • Managed insurance prior authorizations for biologic medications to facilitate patient access.
  • Administered steroid and biologic injections, performed KOH testing, and provided numbing medications.
  • Acted as patient advocate during exams, monitoring vitals and updating medical charts.
  • Performed venipunctures and handled blood specimens according to protocols.
  • Assisted in tissue collection and surgical procedures while maintaining sterile conditions.
  • Ensured all instruments remained sterile and procedure rooms were kept clean.

Medical Assistant

Angelina Pediatrics
Lufkin
  • Gathered and recorded patient documentation accurately during each visit.
  • Obtained specimens for tests including CBC, flu, COVID, strep, urinalysis, and blood glucose.
  • Memorized vaccination schedules for children ages zero to sixteen years.
  • Conducted vision and hearing tests to assess patient health.
  • Ensured completeness of forms and documentation in patient charts for billing processes.

Medical Assistant/Receptionist

East Texas Foot Associates
Nacogdoches
  • Obtained patient vitals and health summaries, documenting information in records after each visit.
  • Prepared injections, instruments, supplies, and imaging results for physician assessments.
  • Secured insurance authorizations for patients to facilitate necessary treatments.
  • Performed laser treatments, ABI testing, and orthotic scans on patients for evaluation.
  • Maintained instrument sterilization and room sanitation to ensure patient safety.
  • Safely transported biopsies and cultures to the lab with accurate documentation.
  • Ordered supplies, ensuring adequate inventory for patient care needs.
  • Managed office referrals and scheduled appointments with nursing homes and other physicians.

EVS Tech for Surgery Department

Woodland Heights Medical Center
Lufkin
  • Mastered basic medical terminology and the significance of quality patient care practices.
  • Collaborated closely with healthcare professionals while shadowing surgeries to gain hands-on experience.
  • Ensured operating rooms were sanitized, stocked, and ready for surgery through careful oversight.
  • Supported patient care and transportation efforts, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
  • Assisted nurses, receptionists, scrub techs, and SPD in various capacities to facilitate patient services.
  • Learned critical emergency protocols for managing unexpected medical situations.
  • Acquired knowledge of HIPAA regulations relevant to patient confidentiality and safety.
  • Performed daily terminal cleaning duties to maintain a sterile surgical environment.

Education

Nursing

Angelina College
Lufkin, TX

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Team collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Customer service
  • Experience in eClinicalWorks, EMA, Prezi, Google Excel, Docs, Slides, and Sheets
  • Insurance authorizations

Timeline

Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist

U.S. Dermatology Partners

Medical Assistant

Angelina Pediatrics

Medical Assistant/Receptionist

East Texas Foot Associates

EVS Tech for Surgery Department

Woodland Heights Medical Center

Nursing

Angelina College

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