Tracie Cochran
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Dedicated Certified Medical Assistant with strong skills in patient care, HIPAA compliance, and effective communication. Committed to delivering exceptional patient experiences and maintaining organized workflows. Positive and upbeat with over 20 years of experiance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Allina Health
Saint Paul, MN
11.2024 - Current
- Administered patient care, including vital signs monitoring and medical history documentation.
- Assisted healthcare providers with examinations and procedures to enhance patient experience.
- Managed electronic health records, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality compliance.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to safety and infection control protocols.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Certified Medical Assistant
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
03.2021 - 10.2024
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate medical assistance during appointments.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Administered medications and injections as directed by physician.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Certified Medical Assistant
Sandford Health
Fargo, ND
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Provided patient care by performing vital sign assessments and documenting changes in health status.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Assisted physicians with minor procedures, including preparing room and sterilizing instruments.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Certified Medical Assistant
Tennessee Oncology
Nashville, TN
08.2011 - 12.2018
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing
- Escorted patient to exam room
- Explained procedure to patient to reduce anxiety and increase patient awareness
- Obtained patient medical history, including symptoms and allergies
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with Bone Marrow Biopsy procedures by preparing slides.
- Prepared and administered medications and injections as directed by physician.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment
Certified Medical Assistant- Lead
Oncology Hematology Care
Fort Thomas, KY
08.2007 - 07.2011
- Demonstrated knowledge and skill in clinic setting that included getting patients vitals, simple dressing changes, assisting physicians with Bone Marrow biopsies by preparing slides for lab testing. I also prepped charts for the next day by gathering previous test results and office notes.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation. Reported all lab procedures were processed and completed in a timely manner.
- Balanced, calibrated, and recorded appropriate hemodynamic data
- Documented all maintenance and repairs as needed
- Led training sessions for new staff on protocols and best practices in patient care.
- Employee evaluations were completed in a timely manner
- Administrative duties such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, Maintaining medical records, and billing.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
American National University
Florence, KYSkills
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology
- Specimens collection and processing
- EMR
- Patient care
- Attention to detail
- Basic life support
- Verbal and written communication
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Reliable team player
- Simple dressings
- Compassionate caregiver
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Allina Health
11.2024 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Aya Healthcare
03.2021 - 10.2024
Certified Medical Assistant
Sandford Health
02.2019 - 03.2021
Certified Medical Assistant
Tennessee Oncology
08.2011 - 12.2018
Certified Medical Assistant- Lead
Oncology Hematology Care
08.2007 - 07.2011
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
American National University