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SAVATREE BALKISSOON

Schenectady,NY

Summary

Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Community Care Endocrinology
12.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments when being checked in.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, returning patient's call,complete tasks, and direct calls to staff or provider.
  • Prescription call-backs per scope of practice
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Scheduled patients appointments
  • Participates in in-office procedures under the direction and supervision of a licensed healthcare provider
  • office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
  • Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
  • Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
  • Communicates in an open and appropriate manner with patients, visitors and staff.
  • Preps patient’s chart for pertinent clinical information
  • Maintains inventory of supplies, and keeps patient examination rooms stocked
  • Provides sample medication to patients under the direction and supervision of a licensed healthcare provider.
  • Download Dexcom, Libre, CGM, meters, pumps.
  • Obtain A1c as directed by the provider.
  • Teaching on 24 Hour urine test , salivary instructions also assisting patients how to properly put on Libre and Dexcom sensor with setting up apps.
  • Call patients to confirm date and time of upcoming appointment.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.

Medical Assistant

Mondragon Mcgrinder And Stier OBGYN
10.2018 - 12.2022
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment for biopsies, colposcopy, IUD , nexplanaon removal and reinsertion.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Completed nonstress test and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
  • Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies in EMR.
  • Documented vital signs in chart.

Supervisor

Homedepo
11.2010 - 11.2021
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.

Medical Assistant

Capital Care Family Practice
06.2014 - 10.2018
  • Document verbal conversations and information into the patient records in an accurate, legible and timely manner.
  • Maintain timely patient flow.
  • Prepare patient for visit as appropriate, based on office/provider requirements.
  • Obtain specimens (i.e., urine, blood, etc.) from patients as directed by the provider.
  • Accurate and timely order entry into the lab system.
  • Perform clinical office procedures as directed by the provider (i.e. EKG, PFT, finger sticks ,strep,pregnancy test , ear irrigation, etc.).
  • Perform venipunctures and protimes,

process and prepare specimens for transport to lab.

  • Assist providers with examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatments.
  • Measured patient pulse oximetry.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Effectively and compassionately work with patients ranging from newborns to those over 100 years old.

Assistant Teacher

Pooh's Corner Child Care
08.2011 - 11.2012
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs of the students in the class.
  • Supported lead teacher in organizing field trips, enhancing real-world connections to classroom content for increased understanding.
  • Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
  • Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.

Education

Medical Assistant AOS

Mildred Elley
Albany, NY
05.2014

GED -

Washington Irv
Schenectady, NY
06.2013

Skills

  • Payment Collection
  • Medical Terminology
  • Professionalism and Ethics
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Sterile technique
  • Customer Service
  • EMR / EHR
  • Appointment Setting
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Phlebotomy
  • Data Entry
  • OB/GYN procedures
  • Lab equipment calibration
  • First Aid, CPR and AED
  • OBGYN

Certification

Medical Assistant Associate Degree

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Community Care Endocrinology
12.2022 - Current

Medical Assistant

Mondragon Mcgrinder And Stier OBGYN
10.2018 - 12.2022

Medical Assistant

Capital Care Family Practice
06.2014 - 10.2018

Assistant Teacher

Pooh's Corner Child Care
08.2011 - 11.2012

Supervisor

Homedepo
11.2010 - 11.2021

Medical Assistant AOS

Mildred Elley

GED -

Washington Irv
SAVATREE BALKISSOON