Tonia McColley
Camby,IN
Summary
Dynamic Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Indy Podiatry and Clarian Health Partners, skilled in EMR/EHR, direct patient care and clinical documentation. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and streamline workflows, while proficient in phlebotomy and medical terminology. Committed to fostering positive patient relationships and ensuring safety through meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Indy Podiatry
Indianapolis, IN
04.2016 - Current
- Assisted in patient intake and medical history documentation to ensure accurate records.
- Coordinated scheduling of patient appointments, optimizing daily workflow for efficiency.
- Prepared treatment rooms and ensured necessary equipment was sterilized and ready for procedures.
- Supported physicians during examinations by providing tools and ensuring patient comfort.
- Training on Level IV Remy Laser
- Kept medical supplies adequately stocked by monitoring stock levels and submitting replenishment orders before depletion.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Medical Assistant Preceptor
- Perform podiatric x-rays
- Provide Keryflex nail restoration services for clients with nail trauma or cosmetic concerns
- Served on the clinical team to implement Medicare Merit-based Incentives
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
Therapeutic Foster Parent
Children's Bureau
Indianapolis, IN
2003 - 2015
- Provided nurturing environment for children in foster care, ensuring emotional and physical safety.
- Collaborated with social workers to develop individualized care plans tailored to each child's needs.
- Facilitated communication between children and biological families, promoting healthy relationships and connections.
- Monitored behavioral progress and implemented strategies to address challenges, fostering positive development.
- Engaged in continuous training on trauma-informed care practices to enhance caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of child progress and incidents, contributing to case reviews and assessments.
- Coordinated medical appointments and therapy sessions, prioritizing the health needs of each child in my care.
Medical Assistant
Clarian Health Partners
Indianapolis, IN
1997 - 2007
- 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.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Phlebotomy
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
South College
Knoxville, TN10-2028
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN08-2028
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Midwest Career College
Indianapolis, IN06-1995
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Medical supply inventory
- Sterile technique
- Patient assessments
- CPR
- Phlebotomy
- Clinical documentation
- EMR / EHR
Affiliations
Member of The American Society of Podiatric Medical Assistants
Certification
limited Podiatric Radiographer License (LPR)-Indiana(Active)
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Indy Podiatry
04.2016 - Current
Therapeutic Foster Parent
Children's Bureau
2003 - 2015
Medical Assistant
Clarian Health Partners
1997 - 2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
South College
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Indiana Wesleyan University
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Midwest Career College