DONNA CASON
Newnan,GA
Summary
Highly Versatile and Dedicated Medical Professional offering a 26-year record of clinical and administrative excellence within fast-paced physician and clinic settings. I combine technical medical skills with operational efficiency; I don’t just assist providers, I proactively identify clinical deficiencies and implement strategies to optimize workflows. Proficient across both clinical support (e.g., Chairside Assisting, Specimen Collection, Vaccination Administration) and critical back-office functions (Medical Records, ICD-10 Coding, Phone Triage, Calendar Management).
Currently pursuing Veterinary Technician certification through Penn Foster to further specialize in animal care. Possessing exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and robust knowledge of HIPAA/EHR systems. I am committed to continuous learning and adaptation, utilizing my experience with diverse patient populations from emergency walk-ins to executive leadership to deliver immediate value in a challenging and growth-oriented medical practice.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Owner
Self
Newnan, US
12.2020 - Current
- Managed over 100 financial transactions daily, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Cultivated relationships with suppliers to secure favorable terms and enhance product offerings.
- Oversaw inventory management processes, optimizing stock levels to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance overall business performance.
Allergy Technician
Universal Allergy Solutions
Cumming, US
02.2017 - 03.2020
- Demonstrated high-level specialty competence by aseptically mixing, calculating, and preparing over 800 patient-specific allergy serum vials annually, ensuring dosing accuracy and minimizing waste.
- Calculated complex drug dosages with 100% accuracy, maintaining rigorous safety standards in a high-volume clinical environment.
- Successfully administered allergy injections daily, maintaining patient safety and observing post-injection monitoring protocols.
- Spearheaded the supply chain and inventory management for several high-volume Allergy Clinics, successfully coordinating the ordering of specialty temperature-sensitive serums.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Piedmont Newnan Hospital
Newnan, US
11.2008 - 08.2014
- Consistently upheld the highest standards of infection control, mastering advanced aseptic techniques and meticulous draping procedures to ensure 100% compliance with surgical standards and minimize risk across all cases.
- Executed advanced specialized clinical tasks, including immediate post-operative wound care and musculoskeletal stabilization, ensuring precise patient care transition from the OR.
- Provided expert intraoperative support as a Surgical Technologist for diverse surgical procedures annually, expertly prepping the patient, maintaining the sterile field, and anticipating the surgeon's needs across a variety cases.
- Monitored physiological parameters throughout surgical procedures, ensuring patient stability and safety.
- Maintained sterile fields and provided expert intraoperative support, including precise patient positioning and equipment management.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technician
Penn Foster College
Chandler, AZ2027
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA 12-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Science (Surgical Technologist)
Griffin Technical College
Griffin, GA03-2009
Skills
- Anesthesia Support: Anesthetic monitoring, peri-operative pain management, drug dosage calculation, patient recovery
- Clinical Procedures: Patient positioning, vital sign monitoring, aseptic techniques
- Patient Management: Triage, medical terminology, HIPAA/EHR systems, CPR
- Equipment & Support: Anesthesia equipment maintenance, patient warming devices, medical equipment sterilization, vaccination administration
- Technical Proficiency: Electronic Health Records (EHR) management, Google Drive, Microsoft Office, computer literacy
- Operational Efficiency: Workflow optimization, ICD-10 coding, inventory management, supply chain coordination
- Communication: Multi-line phone systems, phone triage, professional communication, public relations
- Veterinary Exposure: Animal care, animal welfare, pet care, ongoing Veterinary Technician training
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Business Owner
Self
12.2020 - Current
Allergy Technician
Universal Allergy Solutions
02.2017 - 03.2020
Certified Surgical Technologist
Piedmont Newnan Hospital
11.2008 - 08.2014
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technician
Penn Foster College
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of West Georgia
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Science (Surgical Technologist)
Griffin Technical College