YOUMECHO RUSS

Medical Assistant

OLOL Regional Medical Center

Baton Rouge, LA

01.2024 - Current

Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
Documented notes during patient visits.
Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Administered medications under physician's supervision.
Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.
Conducted routine laboratory tests and sample analyses to monitor diseases.
Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.

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Medical Assistant

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Medical Assistant

MEDICAL ASSTANCE - Medical Assisting

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