Shalonda Edwards
Kansas City
Summary
Dedicated Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with strong skills in medical terminology and patient care. Proven ability to manage accurate patient records and assist healthcare providers in delivering exceptional medical services. Detail-oriented Certified Clinical Medical Assistant skilled in patient care, effective communication, and accurate record-keeping. Ready to support healthcare teams and enhance patient experiences.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
AdventHealth Cancer Institute Shawnee Mission
Shawnee
06.2025 - Current
- Supported healthcare providers in delivering medical care to clinic patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records through diligent information gathering and updates.
- Roomed patients, documenting vital signs, weight, and height effectively.
- Assisted physicians and nurse practitioners with clinical procedures to enhance patient care.
- Oversaw completion of required forms and consents by patients.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
The University of Kansas Health System
Kansas City
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintained up-to-date records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns in the electronic health record system.
- Performed patient intake, including taking vital signs and medical histories.
- Performed laboratory specimen collections such as urine samples or throat swabs according to established standards.
- Documented lab results accurately into the Electronic Medical Record system.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
IQVIA (Contract)
Olathe
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Conducted quantitative and qualitative analyses to identify client issues and develop tailored solutions.
- Executed patient intake procedures, including recording vital signs and medical histories prior to clinical trial entry.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations within the clinic setting by following established protocols.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Kansas City Vascular and General Surgery
Overland Park
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Performed patient intake, including taking vital signs and medical histories.
- Performed wound care management including dressing changes and debridement when necessary.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Kansas City Gastroenterology & Hepatology Physicia
Overland Park
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Performed patient intake, including taking vital signs and medical histories.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
Pharmacy Technician
OptumRx
Overland Park
09.2018 - 11.2019
- Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify prescription orders and resolve medication discrepancies.
- Monitored prescription refill requests and communicated with patients regarding their status.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient questions and concerns with empathy.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Addington Place Assisted living
Lee's Summit
11.2017 - 12.2017
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant Certificate
Kansas City School of Phlebotomy
Kansas City, MO10-2020
Some College (No Degree) - Pharmact Technician Certificate
MCCKC-Penn Valley
Kansas City, MO05-2016
Skills
- Medical terminology
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Patient intake procedures
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
AdventHealth Cancer Institute Shawnee Mission
06.2025 - Current
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
The University of Kansas Health System
08.2022 - 04.2023
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
IQVIA (Contract)
06.2022 - 07.2022
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Kansas City Vascular and General Surgery
03.2022 - 06.2022
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Kansas City Gastroenterology & Hepatology Physicia
06.2021 - 11.2021
Pharmacy Technician
OptumRx
09.2018 - 11.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Addington Place Assisted living
11.2017 - 12.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant Certificate
Kansas City School of Phlebotomy
Some College (No Degree) - Pharmact Technician Certificate
MCCKC-Penn Valley
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