General Surgery Certified Medical Assistant WVU Medicine – Berkeley Medical Center/UHP, Dorothy McCormack Center
11.2019 - 04.2023
Gathered equipment for and assisted providers with suture/staple removal and JP drain removal along with other in office procedures Basic wound cleaning and dressing changes Triaged and recorded patient vitals with bilingual translation when needed Lead patient education in preparation pre operatively and post operatively Independently cleaned and prepared exam rooms for patient arrival Triaged clinical calls, medication refills, medications prior authorizations Sterilizing equipment with autoclave Posting surgeries cases in Epic for all surgeons in office Put in outpatient testing orders (labs, CT scan, ultrasounds, etc.) for the providers Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment. Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments. Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations. Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history. Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens. Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight. Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted. Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions and post surgery care. Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies. Show Description