Shakia Morris
Forest Park,GA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
Jonesboro, GA
04.2023 - Current
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Prepared operating rooms and equipment for surgical procedures by sterilizing instruments, setting up tables, arranging supplies, and ensuring patient safety.
- Provided quality patient care before, during and after surgery by responding to patient needs as directed by the surgeon or anesthesiologist.
- Conducted pre-operative assessments on assigned patients including vital signs, height and weight measurements and allergy history review.
- Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Scanned and validated medical records for upload.
- Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Revenue Cycle Specialist
D4C Dental Brands
Atlanta, GA
02.2023 - Current
- Advised healthcare providers on best practices for submitting accurate claims for reimbursement.
- Researched discrepancies on unpaid invoices and reconciled them.
- Conducted audits of medical records to ensure compliance with payer requirements.
- Ensured that customer data was kept confidential at all times in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Provided support to internal departments in resolving billing inquiries or complaints from customers.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Medical Assistant
Piedmont Urgent Care by WellStreet
McDonough, GA
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Participated in continuing education programs and Occupational Medicine workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
- Administered PCR and rapid tests for COVID to help clinical staff assess conditions.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis..
- Performed pre-employment screenings, asking appropriate questions and following nursing guidelines.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Medical Assistant
CentreSpring MD
Brookhaven, GA
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Performed point-of-care testing such as urinalysis, strep and flu to help clinical staff assess conditions
- Conducted evaluations and obtained vitals prior to administering IV treatments.
- Administered IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
- Tracked and managed inventory for exam rooms and maintained vaccine and expiration logs.
- Advocated for and administered child immunizations according to CDC scheduling recommendations and patient needs.
- Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information, taking care to meet HIPAA guidelines and statutes for data security.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
- Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
- Reviewed immunization records and administered necessary immunizations.
Medical Assistant
Ankle and Foot Centers of Georgia
Fayetteville, GA
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Followed all principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
- Processed and produced portable x-ray information to assist diagnosis.
- Conducted initial medical screenings and reviewed vital signs, basic podiatry exam and medical history.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
- Collaborated with physician during examination and procedures, producing needed tools or supplies.
- Cut toenails and applied dressings and bandages to patient's feet as directed by podiatrist.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures.
- Led patients to treatment rooms and answered questions regarding procedures in easy-to-understand terminology.
Education
Certification - Clinical Medical Assisting
National Healthcareer Association
Fayetteville , Ga 08.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Southern Crescent Technical College
Griffin, GASkills
- ICD-10 coding
- Medication, Injections and IV administration
- Working collaboratively
- Patient Care
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- Charting expertise
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- EKG set up and monitoring
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Aseptic techniques
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Coordinating referrals
- Immunization skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Diagnostic tools experience
- Intake and discharge
- Diabetes management
- Data Entry
- Advanced Anatomy Knowledge
- Understands Medical Procedures
- Conflict Resolution Abilities
- Medical Terminology Proficiency
- Patient Relations
- Quick Problem Solver
Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
04.2023 - Current
Revenue Cycle Specialist
D4C Dental Brands
02.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Piedmont Urgent Care by WellStreet
08.2021 - 02.2023
Medical Assistant
CentreSpring MD
03.2021 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant
Ankle and Foot Centers of Georgia
08.2019 - 03.2021
Certification - Clinical Medical Assisting
National Healthcareer Association
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Southern Crescent Technical College
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