Tomeka Anderson
Brent,AL
Summary
Patient-focused and compassionate Medical Assistant with 15 years of experience in handling patients, administering medication, reviewing confidential reports, preparing exam rooms, taking vital signs, and providing quality patient experiences. Reliable professional with proven track record in creating positive rapport and cordial relations with patients, families, and staff members. Trustworthy and highly dependable caregiver experienced in fast-paced hospital settings and environments. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Injection Molding Machine Operator
Mollertech
Woodsrock, AL
02.2023 - Current
- Monitor the production process, making adjustments as necessary to ensure quality standards are met.
- Ensure that all safety protocols are followed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Train new employees on the proper operation of injection molding machines.
- Trimmed excess material and reduced waste with precise measurements and execution.
- Performed preventive maintenance on machines, including lubrication, cleaning, and minor repairs.
- Reported any abnormalities or malfunctions of equipment promptly to supervisor.
- Documented daily production results accurately and completely.
- Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery and working around hazardous materials.
- Checked product quality against specified standards at each stage of production process.
- Reported any discrepancies or abnormalities in the production process immediately to supervisor.
Medical Assistant/Front Desk Receptionist
Stop Watch Urgent Care
Brent, AL
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Filed insurance claims forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Medical Assistant/Medical Scribe
Total Skin and Beauty
Birmingham, AL
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted Mohs Surgeons in performing skin cancer excisions and reconstructive surgery.
- Assisted dermatologists in examining patients and performing minor procedures such as skin biopsies, suture removal, and cryotherapy.
- Performed patient intake, including taking vital signs, medical history, and insurance information.
- Prepared the exam room prior to patient visits by sterilizing instruments and stocking supplies.
- Instructed patients on proper skincare techniques and provided education regarding skin diseases.
- Ordered lab tests for patients and collected specimens for analysis when necessary.
- Maintained accurate medical records for all patient visits using electronic health records software.
- Scheduled appointments for patients with dermatologists or other healthcare providers as needed.
- Processed prescription requests from physicians and pharmacies while adhering to state regulations.
Medical Assistant/Medical Scribe
Anne Arundel Dermatology Association
Greenbelt, MD
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Filed insurance claims forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
Medical Assistant/ Scribe
Forefront Dermatology
Fairfax, VA
11.2019 - 05.2021
- Prepared patients for examinations, procedures, and treatments
- Maintained and updated patient information and vital signs in electronic medical records
- Organized, reviewed, and forwarded incoming test results to the physicians
- Answered phone calls and scheduled or followed-up on appointments
- Performed initial response-screening following protocols under the direction of the supervising physician
- Cleaned, prepared, and maintained examinations rooms and treatment areas
- Ensured all tools and equipment used for testing or collecting samples were adequately sanitized and sterilized in compliance with OSHA standards for lab processing.
Medical Assistant/ Assistant Clincal Coordinator
Visage Dermatology and Aesthetics Center and Clinical Research
Largo, MD
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Greeted patients warmly and assisted Physician in preparing patients for exams and procedures by assessing vital signs and recording medical histories
- Answered phone calls and scheduled or followed-up on appointments
- Remained calm and poised in emergencies by calmly interacting with patients to avoid stress and panic
- Performed gamut of tasks, including maintaining files, verifying insurance claims on behalf of patients, and scanning documents
- Provided clinical and operational support in the delivery of patient care in physician practice settings and in clinical offices
- Assisted physicians and clinicians with examinations, procedures, preparation of patients, and vital sign procedures
- Cleaned, prepared, and maintained examinations rooms and treatment areas
- Communicated with patients and families proactively to gather information on patient's condition.
Medical Assistant
Dermatology Cosmetic Surgery and Associates
Greenbelt, MD
10.2015 - 01.2019
- Organized, reviewed, and forwarded incoming test results to the physicians
- Prepared patients for examinations, procedures, and treatments
- Cleaned, prepared, and maintained examinations rooms and treatment areas
- Assisted physicians and clinicians with examinations, procedures, preparation of patients, and vital sign procedures
- Prepared specimens for outside lab testing, as ordered by the physicians
- Greeted patients warmly and assisted Physician in preparing patients for exams and procedures by assessing vital signs and recording medical histories
- Worked with pharmacy staff to authorize drug refills and relay prescription information
- Assisted with basic care such as removing sutures, giving injections and collecting tissue or blood samples.
Front Desk/ Medical Assistant
Dr. J. Richard Lilly and Associates
Hyattsville, MD
11.2008 - 09.2015
- Ensured all tools and equipment used for testing or collecting samples were adequately sanitized and sterilized in compliance with OSHA standards for lab processing
- Supported patient care by conducting new patient intake, educating patients on prescribed exercises and various therapeutic activities, and implementing passive treatments
- Administered injections and medications, dressed wounds, and collected lab specimens for tests
- Performed gamut of tasks, including maintaining files, verifying insurance claims on behalf of patients, and scanning documents
- Recognized on multiple occasions for efficiently handling administrative duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, processing patients, billing, and bookkeeping
- Helped physicians examine and treat payments with a wide range of ailments
- Worked with pharmacy staff to authorize drug refills and relay prescription information
- Remained calm and poised in emergencies by calmly interacting with patients to avoid stress and panic
- Completed routine diagnostic tests to help senior staff evaluate patient issues.
Education
certificate - Medical Assistant
Pima Medical Institute - Chulva Vista
06.2008
High School Diploma - High School
Frederick Douglas High School
06.2006
Skills
- Prescribe medications
- Gather medical data
- Medical records updating
- Medical assessment
- Medical front desk management
- Electronic medical records handling
- Medical terminology and equipment
- Medical chart management
- Production Scheduling
- Process Documentation
- Injection molding techniques
- Computer Skills
- Patient insurance authorizations
- Insurance Verification
- Patient Scheduling
- HIPAA Compliance
- Electronic Refill Request Processing
- Medical terminology knowledge
Timeline
Injection Molding Machine Operator
Mollertech
02.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant/Front Desk Receptionist
Stop Watch Urgent Care
05.2022 - 02.2023
Medical Assistant/Medical Scribe
Total Skin and Beauty
08.2021 - 05.2022
Medical Assistant/Medical Scribe
Anne Arundel Dermatology Association
05.2021 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant/ Scribe
Forefront Dermatology
11.2019 - 05.2021
Medical Assistant/ Assistant Clincal Coordinator
Visage Dermatology and Aesthetics Center and Clinical Research
04.2019 - 10.2019
Medical Assistant
Dermatology Cosmetic Surgery and Associates
10.2015 - 01.2019
Front Desk/ Medical Assistant
Dr. J. Richard Lilly and Associates
11.2008 - 09.2015
certificate - Medical Assistant
Pima Medical Institute - Chulva Vista
High School Diploma - High School
Frederick Douglas High School