Thomasina Perkins
Mobile,AL
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with expertise in patient scheduling, phlebotomy, and customer service. Committed to ensuring HIPAA compliance and enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and clinical support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
The Center for Dermatology
04.2021 - Current
- Conducted patient intake assessments, collecting accurate medical histories and vital signs for thorough evaluations.
- Assisted in dermatological procedures, maintaining sterile environments and supporting physicians during treatments.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and medication instructions to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Managed patient scheduling, ensuring efficient clinic operations and minimal wait times.
- Trained new staff on office protocols and patient interaction techniques to ensure consistency in service delivery.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans, improving overall treatment effectiveness.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Implemented electronic health record updates, enhancing data accuracy and accessibility for clinical staff.
- 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.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction, efficiently managing appointment schedules and reducing wait times.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Measured patient spirometry.
Education
MedicalAssistant - Medical Assistant
Remington College
Mobile, AL05-2004
Skills
- Patient scheduling
- Electronic health records
- Clinical documentation
- Medical terminology
- Phlebotomy
- Procedure assistance
- Insurance verification
- Appointment setting
- HIPAA compliance
- Customer service
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Simple dressings
- Patient support
- Trustworthy companion
Timeline
Medical Assistant
The Center for Dermatology
04.2021 - Current
MedicalAssistant - Medical Assistant
Remington College