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CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Professional Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over [Number] 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. Detail-oriented and knowledgeable [Job Title] skilled at completing patient-facing and office-based tasks by applying strong multitasking and organizational abilities. Independent worker with extensive medical experience and fastidious nature dedicated to optimal patient care. Conversational [Language] abilities. Efficient Medical Assistant skilled in tackling administrative and patient-oriented tasks in fast-paced medical office. Versatile [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience in medical and administrative support. Robust history of accurately documenting patient health information, collecting vital signs, [Action] and [Action]. Efficiently schedules appointments and records patient insurance information.
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Work History
Certified Medical Assistant03/2008 to Current
Company Name – City, State
Company Name – City, State
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
- Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
- Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
- Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for [Number] patients every [Timeframe].
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Collected all pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
- Monitored [Type] test accuracy using quality controls.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Prepared blood, urine, stool and sputum lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to [Job Title].
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Patient Care Attendant01/2006 to 02/2008
Company Name – City, State
Company Name – City, State
- Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements, including keeping spaces clean and helping with grooming.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Kept patients mentally alert by entertaining, conversing and reading aloud to patients.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
- Used [Software] and [Software] to maintain records of services performed and apparent condition of patients.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor's appointments.
- Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services to ensure well-being.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Recorded vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff.
Daycare Owner/Operator01/1999 to 12/2007
Company Name – City, State
Company Name – City, State
- Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff.
- Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning.
- Upheld sound financial principles to keep program operating within budget levels, maximizing resource utilization while minimizing costs.
- Stayed current on [Type] codes and [Type] guidelines to maintain compliant program operations in [State].
- Managed quality assurance program including on site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
- Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
- Developed standard operating procedures and document workflows for current and future process steps.
- Adhered to established policies, procedures and compliance for satisfactory audit rating.
- Improved quality processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
- Developed exceptional attendance record with special attention to punctuality and preparation to work upon arrival.
- Updated quality control standards, methods and procedures to meet compliance requirements.
- Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Identified and resolved process issues to encourage smoother procedures, more efficient workflow and overall business growth.
Ward Clerk/Patient Care Attendant05/1993 to 04/1999
Company Name – City, State
Company Name – City, State
- Organized paperwork for doctors, nurses and patients.
- Filled out records, staffing sheets and patient documents.
- Documented latest information in computer system and printed paperwork.
- Stored and retrieved permanent records on daily basis.
- Answered multi-line phone systems to manage incoming and outgoing calls for busy [Type] department.
- Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
- Received and routed business correspondence to correct departments and staff members.
- Provided ease of access and navigation for important data by compiling, organizing and uploading organizational documents to [Type] database.
- Provided clerical support to [Number] company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.
- Monitored usage of [Type] supplies and contacted vendors to place new orders for replenishment.
- Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email or in-person to provide information and directed to desired staff members.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Prepared packages for shipment, pickup and courier services for prompt delivery to customers.
- Answered telephone calls to field inquiries from clients, vendors and various other callers seeking information.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Monitored premises, screened visitors, updated logs and issued passes to maintain security.
Education
GED02/1983West Monroe High School-
City,
State
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT: CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT 07/2015VIRGINIA COLLEGE -
City
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School Attended
- West Monroe High School
- VIRGINIA COLLEGE
Job Titles Held:
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Patient Care Attendant
- Daycare Owner/Operator
- Ward Clerk/Patient Care Attendant
Degrees
- GED 02/1983
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT : 07/2015
