Veronica Presley
Chicago,IL
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment. Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 4 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills. Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
UChicago Medicine
02.2025 - Current
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
Medical Assistant
Northwestern
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- 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.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Medical Assistant
Accountable Health(contract)
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
Medical Assistant
LaSalle Network(contract)
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Medical Assistant
Maxim Healthcare(contract)
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Medical Assistant
UIHEALTH
04.2018 - 10.2020
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Education
No Degree - Social Work
MALCOLM X COLLEGE
1900 W JACKSON BLVD05.2026
MEDICAL ASSISTANT - Medical Assisting
LINCOLN TECH COLLEGE
8317 W NORTH AVE MELROSE PARK02.2018
High School Diploma -
MOSE VINES PREP
730 N PULASKI06.2008
Skills
- EMR Systems
- Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs)
- Advanced Anatomy Knowledge
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Customer Service
- Charting Expertise
- Direct Patient Care
- Electronic Medical Record
- OB/GYN Procedures
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- First Aid
- Medical Terminology
- Patient Assessments
Accomplishments
- Recognized for outstanding dedication to patient care.
- Recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
Timeline
Medical Assistant
UChicago Medicine
02.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Northwestern
06.2023 - 01.2025
Medical Assistant
Accountable Health(contract)
01.2022 - 06.2023
Medical Assistant
LaSalle Network(contract)
01.2021 - 01.2022
Medical Assistant
Maxim Healthcare(contract)
10.2020 - 01.2021
Medical Assistant
UIHEALTH
04.2018 - 10.2020
No Degree - Social Work
MALCOLM X COLLEGE
MEDICAL ASSISTANT - Medical Assisting
LINCOLN TECH COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
MOSE VINES PREP
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