Tyeshia Peterson
La Grange,GA
Summary
Dedicated Certified Medical Assistant with strong skills in HIPAA compliance and patient scheduling. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care while optimizing clinic operations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Wellstar Medical Group
La Grange, GA
10.2022 - Current
- Assist physicians with patient examinations and procedures, ensuring high-quality care.
- Manage patient records using electronic health record systems to maintain accuracy and confidentiality.
- Assist physicians with cast placement and removal.
- Coordinate patient scheduling, optimizing clinic flow and reducing wait times.
- Assist with front office answering calls, paperwork, check-in, and check-out.
Data Entry Specialist
Wellstar Hospital
La Grange, GA
04.2019 - 10.2022
- Processed and entered patient data into electronic health record systems with high accuracy.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure timely updates of patient records and information flow.
- Collaborated with specialty offices scheduling patient surgeries.
- Contacted each patient to schedule pre-op appointments for upcoming surgery.
- Assisted with clerical functions within the surgery department, preforming standard and advanced secretarial duties, under limited supervision.
- Audited data entries for inconsistencies, ensuring adherence to hospital standards and protocols.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wellstar Hospital
La Grange, GA
01.2007 - 03.2019
- Provided compassionate care to patients, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Assisted in mobility and transportation of patients, promoting safety during transfers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms, adhering to infection control protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
La Grange High School
La Grange, GAGraduate Certificate -
West Georgia Technical College
La Grange, GAGraduate Certificate -
Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GASkills
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient scheduling
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Wellstar Medical Group
10.2022 - Current
Data Entry Specialist
Wellstar Hospital
04.2019 - 10.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wellstar Hospital
01.2007 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
La Grange High School
Graduate Certificate -
West Georgia Technical College
Graduate Certificate -
Chattahoochee Technical College