ZARIAH HAWKINS
Chicago,IL
Summary
Professional Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Medical Assistant with 4 years of clinical experience in diverse healthcare settings, including OB/GYN, Family Practice, Infectious Disease, and Psychiatry. Dependable, professional, and committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care while contributing positively to a collaborative healthcare team.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Access Community Health
Chicago, IL
10.2023 - Current
- OB/GYN: Roomed patients for prenatal, gynecological, and postpartum visits; collected vitals, histories, and assisted with exams/procedures.
- Family Practice: Roomed patients of all ages for preventive, chronic, and acute care; supported diagnostic tests, specimen collection, and immunizations.
- Infectious Disease: Roomed patients, obtained vitals/histories, and assisted with specimen collection, wound care, and infusion therapy coordination.
- Psychiatry: Roomed patients for evaluations and follow-ups; recorded vitals and psychosocial updates; maintained a supportive environment to build trust.
- Document patient information accurately within EHR system.
- Support front office with scheduling and patient follow-up
- Coordinated patient referrals by printing, scheduling, and faxing orders; ensured timely communication between patients, providers, and specialists. Ensure exam rooms were cleaned and fully stocked for use.
Medical Assistant
Women's Group of Northwestern
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Greet and room an average of 30 patients daily, ensuring privacy and comfort during sensitive OB/GYN visits
- Collect and record vital signs, medical histories, menstrual and pregnancy information into EMR ( Athenahealth)
- Assist providers with Pap smears, pelvic exams, colonoscopies, IUD insertions/removals, endometrial biopsies, and prenatal visits
- Perform urine pregnancy tests, STI testing, and send out lab specimens in compliance with CLIA regulations
- Coordinate patient scheduling for ultrasounds, mammograms, and surgical procedures
- Maintain clean, stocked exam rooms and sterilize instruments following OSHA and infection control standards
- Provide compassionate support for patients dealing with infertility, high-risk pregnancies, or pregnancy loss
Education
Medical Assistant Diploma / Certificate - Medical Assisting
Lincoln Tech
Melrose Park, IL07-2022
High School Diploma -
Proviso East
Maywood, IL05-2019
Skills
- Vital signs
- Patient education
- Specimen processing
- Infection prevention
- Wound care
- Vaccine administration
- Patient assessment
- Phlebotomy
- EMR/EHR systems
Certification
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - AMT 2024-05 - 2027-06, CPR/BLS Certified - 2026-07 - 2028-07
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Access Community Health
10.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Women's Group of Northwestern
01.2022 - 09.2023
Medical Assistant Diploma / Certificate - Medical Assisting
Lincoln Tech
High School Diploma -
Proviso East