Thomas Griffith
Arcata,CA
Summary
Reliable and hardworking professional with extensive experience in clerical work, including accounts payable, data entry, customer service, and medical assisting. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and a positive attitude, consistently contributing to team success and enhancing workplace morale. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail and delivering high-quality results. Committed to leveraging skills and experience to support organizational goals and drive operational excellence.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
North Pacific Dermatology
01.2026 - Current
- Manages electronic health records (EHRs), maintaining data accuracy and confidentiality.
- Assists in patient intake processes, ensuring accurate information collection and documentation.
- Charts during provider visits using EMR system
- Executes and finalizes prior authorizations for biologic medications.
- Analyzes patient pathology and monitors lab and biopsy results
- Supports dermatological procedures by preparing instruments and assisting physicians as needed.
- Sanitizes, restocks, and organizes exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Ensures patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Coordinates patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT EXTERNSHIP
Providence General Surgery Clinic
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Worked as a Medical Assistant in a fast-paced clinic with a diverse array of patients
- Roomed patients and performs patient intake, including vitals and collects medical/surgical history
- Assisted with in-clinic procedures such as lipoma removal, wound care, scopes, port removals, cyst excisions, etc.
- Corresponded with providers and obtains surgical orders/other referrals from providers to be entered and followed up on with the patient
- Utilized EPIC workflow to enter patient intake data, follow up on patient referrals, schedule appointments, track patient history, reconcile medications, etc.
- Sterilizes rooms between patients and keeps rooms stocked with various medical, surgical and patient supplies
- Scrubs surgical instruments in accordance with clinic policies and wraps them in packets for the autoclave
- Operates the autoclave and routinely performs maintenance on autoclave.
PAYMENT SPECIALIST
University of Southern California
04.2023 - 10.2025
- Handled invoices from diverse suppliers from initial submission to payment process
- Processed payment transactions efficiently using university financial systems.
- Collaborated with departments to resolve payment discrepancies effectively.
- Managed supplier calls and addresses inquiries pertaining to payments, purchase orders, bank account reconciliations, and onboarding
- Collaborated with various business and academic departments to address issues related to invoice processing and payment
- Operated multiple systems like Hyland, Antworks, and Workday to manage invoices and facilitate swift payment.
- Performed various administrative tasks related to payments, including generating reports, updating records, and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Provided exceptional support to customers by addressing inquiries related to billing and payments in a timely manner.
TAX EXAMINER
Internal Revenue Service
03.2020 - 03.2023
- Progressed from data entry technician to error resolution role, demonstrating commitment and proficiency.
Performed meticulous data entry to maintain accuracy across databases. Worked closely with colleagues to optimize data handling processes. - Assessed submissions for inaccuracies and deficiencies
- Complied with tax laws and procedures to accurately process tax returns
- Reviewed and processed taxpayer correspondence to resolve outstanding issues efficiently.
- Analyzed tax returns for compliance with federal regulations and identified discrepancies.
- Ensured timely processing of returns through efficient workload management and attention to detail.
Education
Medical Assistant Program
College of the Redwoods, Adult Community Education
Eureka, CA12.2025
General education
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA12.2017
Skills
- Prior Authorizations
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology knowledge
- EMR / EHR
- Payment processing
- Invoice management
- Transaction monitoring
- Data entry
- Microsoft Excel
- Attention to detail
- Data accuracy
Certification
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Timeline
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
North Pacific Dermatology
01.2026 - Current
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT EXTERNSHIP
Providence General Surgery Clinic
11.2025 - 12.2025
PAYMENT SPECIALIST
University of Southern California
04.2023 - 10.2025
TAX EXAMINER
Internal Revenue Service
03.2020 - 03.2023
General education
Pasadena City College
Medical Assistant Program
College of the Redwoods, Adult Community Education