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Sherry Puckett
Gainesville,GA
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CCMAMedical AssistantWork Type
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Detail-oriented Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with over 7 years of experience in patient intake, scheduling, and clinical support. Skilled in HIPAA compliance, vital signs assessment, and electronic health records management. Committed to enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork. Proven ability to manage inventory, document patient information accurately, and adapt quickly to new environments, ensuring streamlined office operations.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
CCMA
Geogia heart institute
Gainesville, Georgia
06.2025 - Current
- Supported healthcare team by efficiently managing patient intake and documenting medical histories.
- Prepared examination rooms for patient visits ensuring cleanliness and organization.
- Conducted vital signs assessments and recorded results in patient charts.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed follow-up reminders efficiently.
- Educated patients on medication usage and healthcare procedures clearly.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to update patient information promptly.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and coordinated timely restocking to ensure availability.
Medical Assistant
ocala family medicine
Ocala, Florida
01.2017 - 11.2024
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures in a family medicine setting.
- Recorded patient histories and vital signs accurately to support clinical evaluations.
- Documented thorough notes during patient visits to maintain accurate medical records and support clinical decision-making.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and appointments to optimize workflow and enhance patient experience.
- Handled phone inquiries, scheduled appointments, and managed patient flow while providing professional greeting and assistance to visitors.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Lead Unit Secretary-
Northside Hospital Forsyth
Cumming, Ga
11.2005 - 12.2016
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
- Processed lab paperwork and requests according to physicians' orders.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Transcribed doctors' medication orders, lab test requests, and care plans.
- Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
- Provided information for patient admissions and discharges to foster timely processing.
- Maintained rapport with physicians, nurse,s and other healthcare personnel.
- Monitored inventory levels and advised management of need for replenishment.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained department master calendar to facilitate efficient patient flow.
- Prepared and processed patient referrals and transfer requests.
- Maintained patient confidentiality in line with HIPAA regulations.
Nutrition Assistant
Northeast Ga Medical Center
Gainesville, GA
03.1996 - 11.2005
- Assisted with preparation and serving of food in line with established nutrition guidelines.
- Provided support to individuals with special dietary need to meet unique nutritional requirements.
- Developed nutrition-related policies and procedures to facilitate compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
- Developed specialized nutrition plans for patients with chronic health conditions to improve health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide optimal nutritional care for patients.
- Developed nutrition plans addressing individual patient diabetes and food allergies.
- Evaluated and revised menus to incorporate variety and meet evolving needs and preferences.
- Assessed calories, sodium, sugar, and other nutrition data to oversee patients' diets.
- Assessed nutrition needs to determine best intervention and care.
- Directed and evaluated kitchen and food service staff.
Education
CCMA - Patient Care in Medical Office
02-2024
CCMA - CCMA
08-2017
CNA -
06.2009 - 08.2009
Skills
- Vital signs assessment
- Electronic health records
- Patient documentation
- Patient scheduling
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication education
- Clinical coordination
- Patient care coordination
- Problem solving
Timeline
CCMA - Geogia heart institute
06.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant - ocala family medicine
01.2017 - 11.2024
Cobb CNA - CNA ,
06.2009 - 08.2009
Lead Unit Secretary- - Northside Hospital Forsyth
11.2005 - 12.2016
Nutrition Assistant - Northeast Ga Medical Center
03.1996 - 11.2005
Georgia Medical Institute - CCMA, Patient Care in Medical Office
Proffesional Medical - CCMA, CCMA