Stephanie Sewell
Eads,CO
Summary
Proven Medical Assistant with a track record of enhancing patient care and clinic efficiency at Kiowa County Memorial Hospital. Expert in HIPAA compliance and patient scheduling, coupled with a compassionate approach to patient interactions. Demonstrated ability to improve clinical processes, ensuring high standards of professionalism and ethics.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Kiowa County Memorial Hospital
05.2011 - 05.2021
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Medical Assistant
Keefe Memorial Hospital
05.2010 - 05.2011
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
Paraprofessional
Northwest Kansas Educational Service Center
08.1998 - 05.2010
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lamar Community College
Lamar, CO05.2025
High School Diploma -
Arickaree School District
Anton, CO05.1990
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Scheduling
- Customer Service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Electronic Medical Records
- Compassionate
- CPR
- Compassionate caregiver
- Patient-focused care
- Professionalism and Ethics
Clinical Hours
90 hours - NUR1009 Fundamentals
150 hours - NRU1006 Medical-Surgical
90 hours - NUR1050 Maternal-Child Nursing
90 hours - Transition into Practical Nursing
58 hours - Psychiatric-Mental Health
478 TOTAL CLINICAL HOURS
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Kiowa County Memorial Hospital
05.2011 - 05.2021
Medical Assistant
Keefe Memorial Hospital
05.2010 - 05.2011
Paraprofessional
Northwest Kansas Educational Service Center
08.1998 - 05.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lamar Community College
High School Diploma -
Arickaree School District
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