Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Medical Skills
Timeline
Generic

Vijayadurga Akula

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Assistant professional with 5+ years of experience in clinical and administrative healthcare settings. Skilled in patient care, vital signs monitoring, medical procedures, and electronic health records (EHR) management. Adept at assisting physicians, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining efficient clinic operations. Strong knowledge of medical terminology, HIPAA compliance, and infection control protocols. Committed to providing high-quality patient care and contributing to a collaborative healthcare team. Compassionate and detail-oriented Medical Assistant with extensive experience in primary care. Proficient in assisting with cardiac diagnostics, EKGs, stress tests, and vital signs monitoring. Skilled in patient education, medication management, and maintaining accurate electronic health records (EHR). Committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care while supporting healthcare teams in providing comprehensive primary care services.

Professional Clinical Specialist with solid experience in patient care, medical record management, and clinical support. Skilled in vital signs monitoring, assisting with medical procedures, and maintaining patient confidentiality. Known for strong collaboration with healthcare teams, adaptability to changing needs, and results-driven approach to care. Dependable and efficient, ensuring smooth operations and high-quality patient experiences.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Assistant Professional

Urology Of Virginia
05.2023 - 01.2025
  • Dedicated and detail-oriented Clinical Assistant with experience supporting urology healthcare professionals in delivering high-quality patient care
  • Skilled in patient preparation, medical documentation, and assisting with urological procedures
  • Adept at maintaining sterile environments, handling medical equipment, and providing compassionate patient support
  • Strong ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and ensure smooth clinic operations
  • Assist in explaining medical procedures and instructions to patients in an empathetic and clear manner
  • Monitor patients post-procedure for any signs of complications and report concerns to the physician
  • Support patients with mobility challenges or incontinence issues with dignity and respect
  • Maintain and update electronic health records (EHR) with accurate patient histories, test results, and physician notes
  • Process insurance claims and verify patient eligibility when necessary
  • Manage and order medical supplies, ensuring inventory levels are maintained
  • Handle phone inquiries, relay messages between patients and providers, and provide test result information as permitted
  • Providing pre- and post-procedure guidance to patients, ensuring understanding of treatment plans
  • Assisting patients with mobility challenges, incontinence management, and catheter care
  • Educating patients on urinary tract health, hydration, and post-surgical recovery
  • Monitoring for complications post-procedure and promptly reporting concerns
  • Maintaining accurate patient records and documentation in EHR systems (Epic, Athena, Meditech)
  • Managing appointment scheduling, follow-ups, and referral coordination
  • Verifying insurance coverage and processing prior authorizations for urology treatments
  • Handling phone triage, medication refills, and lab result communication
  • Clinical & Procedural Expertise
  • Vital Signs Monitoring: Proficient in measuring blood pressure (manual & digital), pulse, respiration, temperature, and oxygen saturation
  • Phlebotomy & Sample Collection: Skilled in venipuncture, capillary blood draws
  • Diagnostic Assessments: Experience with EKG/ECG, spirometry, blood glucose tests, and hemoglobin A1C screening
  • Injection & Immunization Administration: Competent in delivering intramuscular (IM)
  • Medical Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Experience handling autoclaves, centrifuges, pulse oximeters, and other essential medical devices
  • Medical Documentation: Skilled in recording patient information, updating medical histories, and documenting visits using SOAP notes
  • Billing & Coding Knowledge: Familiar with CPT and ICD-10 coding, processing insurance claims, and handling prior authorizations
  • Telehealth Coordination: Capable of supporting virtual consultations, managing remote patient data, and assisting with telemedicine workflows

Education

Masters Degree - Healthcare Informatics

Sacred heart university
Fairfield, CT
12.2023

Bachelor's Doctoral Pharm. D - Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Therapeutic's

Siddartha Pharmaceutical University
05.2022

Skills

  • Proficient in Medical Vocabulary
  • Comprehensive Patient Care
  • Strong Interpersonal Communication
  • Effective Written Communication
  • Database Management
  • Client Support
  • Healthcare Documentation Review
  • Strong Verbal and Written Skills
  • Human Anatomy Knowledge
  • Qualitative Research
  • Information Acquisition
  • Technical Assessment Reviews
  • Electronic Health Record Oversight
  • Meeting Scheduling Expertise
  • Referral Management
  • Effective Follow-Up Strategies
  • HIPAA Regulation Knowledge
  • Regulatory Safety Adherence
  • Infection Safety Practices
  • Medical Sterilization Procedures
  • Fundamental Life Support
  • Crisis Management
  • Pharmaceutical Safety Practices
  • Financial Reconciliation

Accomplishments

  • Prior experience in working as a Research assistant and having some exposure to laboratory trails monitoring.
  • Clinical Pharmacist
  • Certified BLS – American Heart Association (Issue date – 10/19/24)
  • Certified Medical assistant - Urology LUPA practices
  • Certification of completion – GCP (Good clinical practice) by CCRA
  • Experience in ICH guidelines and specialized in therapeutic area knowledge.
  • Published in Future journal of pharmaceuticals.
  • Proven experience in Pivot studies for Cardiovascular studies by ensuring compliance, data integrity.

Medical Skills

  • Medical terminology - Knowledge of appropriate medical terminology.
  • Patient care: Communication with the clinic, registered nurses collaborated and doing the documentation in the hospitals.
  • Communication: Interacting with the patients and healthcare professionals.
  • Written & Verbal communication: Closely worked with several members with medical staff, doctors and health information technicians.
  • Database: Microsoft SQL, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook.
  • Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions and follow written protocols.
  • Skill in providing excellent customer service.
  • Familiarity with the medical chart review.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak fluent English.
  • Experience in Anatomy, Basic understanding in Research.
  • Expertise in data collection, technical reviews.
  • Managing Electronic Health Records (EHR) (Epic, Athena, Meditech, etc.).
  • Scheduling appointments, referrals, and follow-ups.
  • HIPAA & OSHA Compliance – Ensuring patient confidentiality and maintaining a safe clinical environment.
  • Infection Control & Sterilization – Using PPE correctly, sterilizing medical equipment, and disposing of biohazardous waste.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) & Emergency Response – CPR certification, and first aid readiness.
  • Medication Safety & Reconciliation – Reviewing medications, dosage verification, and managing prescription refills.

Timeline

Clinical Assistant Professional

Urology Of Virginia
05.2023 - 01.2025

Bachelor's Doctoral Pharm. D - Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Therapeutic's

Siddartha Pharmaceutical University

Masters Degree - Healthcare Informatics

Sacred heart university
Vijayadurga Akula