Shywanda Davis
Sebring
Summary
Compassionate Certified Medical Assistant skilled in patient care and electronic health record management. Ensures HIPAA compliance while thriving in fast-paced environments. Delivers medication administration and fosters supportive patient interactions.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant/Laboratory Assistant
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute
Sebring
02.2020 - Current
- Collect blood specimens using proper order of draw and aseptic technique.
- Perform venipuncture on patients.
- Label specimens accurately and ensure proper patient identification.
- Process specimens for transport, centrifugation, and storage.
- Follow infection control, safety, and OSHA guidelines.
- Managed inventory of phlebotomy equipment and supplies to ensure readiness for procedures.
- Coordinated ordering of special labs through LabCorp and Quest systems to facilitate timely testing.
- Trained new and existing lab employees on protocols and procedures to enhance team competency.
Certified Medical Assistant
Adventist Health System Cardiology Associates
Sebring
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature, and blood pressure, EKGs and documented results with accuracy.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment to maintain a safe and efficient environment for patient care.
- Coordinated communication with local pharmacies to telephonically and fax prescriptions and refills, ensuring timely medication access for patients.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones, and filing.
Certified Medical Assistant
Thakkar, Patel, Avalos Gastroenterology Inc.
Sebring
06.2014 - 08.2018
- Roomed patients and prepared them for physician examinations, ensuring readiness for effective care.
- Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature, and blood pressure, EKGs and documented results with accuracy.
- Draw and prepare blood, urine, stool, and sputum lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Facilitated prescription and refill processes by sending them to pharmacies, enhancing patient convenience and medication access.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones, and filing.
Certified Medical Assistant
Sun N Lake Medical Group-Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Sebring
10.2010 - 04.2014
- Prepared patients for office visits by taking vitals, obtaining chief complaints, performing in-house labs, and documenting in patient charts using EMR, ensuring accurate patient records.
- Administered injections/vaccines to patients of all ages.
- Conducted EKG tests to monitor patients' heart activity.
- Responded to physical, emotional, and developmental needs of patients, fostering a supportive environment.
- Performed clerical duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, checking patients in/out, collecting payments, posting charges to super bills, verifying insurance with major companies, and filing documents efficiently.
- Faxed prescriptions to pharmacies electronically, ensuring timely delivery for patient care.
- Maintain a clean, healthy, and safe environment.
Certified Phlebotomist
Highlands Regional Medical Center
Sebring
10.2005 - 09.2008
- Perform venipuncture and capillary puncture on patients of all ages.
- Processed specimens for transport, centrifugation, and storage, ensuring integrity for accurate testing.
- Labeled specimens accurately to support proper patient identification.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to promote safety and efficiency.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant -
Keiser University
Lakeland, FL01-2010
Certification - Phlebotomy
Indian River Community College
Okeechobee, FL01-2005
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technician
American National University
Pikeville, KY03-2026
Skills
- EHR proficiency
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient assessment
- Medication management
- Compassionate patient care
- Fast-paced multitasking
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Professional conduct
Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Phlebotomy
- BLS
- CPR
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant/Laboratory Assistant
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute
02.2020 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Adventist Health System Cardiology Associates
08.2018 - 02.2020
Certified Medical Assistant
Thakkar, Patel, Avalos Gastroenterology Inc.
06.2014 - 08.2018
Certified Medical Assistant
Sun N Lake Medical Group-Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
10.2010 - 04.2014
Certified Phlebotomist
Highlands Regional Medical Center
10.2005 - 09.2008
Certified Medical Assistant -
Keiser University
Certification - Phlebotomy
Indian River Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technician
American National University