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Tamisha Edwards

Brooklyn,United States

Summary

Results-oriented Registered Medical Assistant with 6+ years of experience in patient care and healthcare administration. Proficient in EMR systems and HIPAA compliance. Proven track record in managing patient flow, enhancing care delivery, and implementing new protocols to improve treatment outcomes. Dedicated to driving healthcare innovation and ensuring patient satisfaction. Skilled in EKG, phlebotomy, and ICD coding. Assisted in patient care while maintaining accurate medical records and complying with healthcare regulations. Supported physicians in procedures and administered medications under supervision to ensure patient safety and adherence to protocols. Strong attention to detail in monitoring vital signs, preparing examination rooms, and managing medical supply inventory. Collaborated with nurses and physicians to streamline patient flow, schedule appointments, and facilitate smooth clinic operations.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Medical Assistant

NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist
Brooklyn, NY, United States
07.2024 - Current

Provided comprehensive support across multiple departments.

Gastroenterology ( Friday’s)

Cardiologist ( Wednesday’s)

OB/GYN ( Mondays &Tuesday)

Breast surgery (Friday’s)

Podiatry ( Every other Wednesday’s)

Pediatrics (Mondays & Thursday’s)

Internal Medicine (Wednesday’s & Thursdays)

  • Enhanced operational processes to improve overall patient experiences.
  • Ensured compliance with healthcare policies by maintaining meticulous records.
  • Supported physicians in procedures, contributing to a seamless clinical environment.
  • Administered medications under supervision, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
  • Monitor vital signs, prepare examination rooms, and manage medical supply inventory while adhering to strict healthcare protocols.
  • Partner with nurses and physicians to streamline patient flow, schedule appointments, and facilitate smooth clinic operations.
  • Document patient information, process laboratory specimens, and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and safety standards.

Registered Medical Assistant

Northwell Health System
Staten Island, NY

2022-2023

Urology

  • Created a welcoming atmosphere conducive to patient comfort during cystoscope preparations.
  • Executed meticulous recording practices for patient vitals within digital platforms.
  • Ensured accurate recording of patient vitals, boosting procedural efficiency
  • Communicated patient conditions effectively to the provider, enhancing patient care
  • Streamlined patient flow, significantly reducing wait times through efficient pre-authorization
  • Implemented follow up appointment's & in office procedures, checking patients in & out, Insurance verification, collecting co-pays and maintaining medical records
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to uphold infection control, maintaining safety standards
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients during complex urology procedures.
  • Streamlined the process of obtaining pre-authorizations, resulting in shorter patient waits.

Registered Medical Assistant

Atlantic Health Systems
Westfield, NJ

2020-2022

Family Medicine/ Pediatrics/ Internal Medicine

  • Maintained attentive and compassionate approach to patient management.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Captured accurate patient vital statistics within platforms like EPIC.
  • Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Lincoln Technical Institute
Iselin, NJ
04.2019

Certificate - Nursing Assistance

Asa College
New York
07.2014

High School Diploma -

Port Richmond High School
Staten Island
06.2006

Skills

  • Phlebotomy
  • Medical Terminology
  • EKG
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Patient Care
  • ICD Coding
  • EMR Systems
  • Epic
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Medical Billing
  • Insurance Verification
  • Patient Advocacy

Timeline

Registered Medical Assistant

NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist
07.2024 - Current

Associate of Arts -

Lincoln Technical Institute

Certificate - Nursing Assistance

Asa College

High School Diploma -

Port Richmond High School

Registered Medical Assistant

Northwell Health System

Registered Medical Assistant

Atlantic Health Systems
Tamisha Edwards