Medical Assistant resume example with 8+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK Home: (555) 432-1000 - Cell: - resumesample@example.com - -
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering 6 years in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction by ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to practice standards. Documented ability to cultivate trust and rapport with patients and maintain strong relationships. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families and other healthcare professionals.
Skills
Venipuncture and phlebotomy
Triage Patients
Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
Medical terminology knowledge
X-ray trained (previously licensed in Florida)
Perform medication injections
Wound care
Apply splints
Chain of Custody and BAT certified
Preparing specimens and samples
Electrocardiography (EKG)
Calm and level-headed under duress
Experience
10/2017 to Current
Medical AssistantDuke University – Morrisville, PA,
Administered rapid tests such as X-rays and lab work to help clinical staff assess conditions.
Performed wide range of clerical tasks, including imaging, transcription and verifying work to keep office workflows running smoothly.
Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency.
Supported functions for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, including setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatuses.
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including but not limited to phlebotomy, suturing and I and D procedures.
Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
05/2014 to 02/2016
Medical Assistant/Basic Machine OperatorTreasure Coast Medical Association – City, STATE,
Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
Administered rapid tests such as lab work, Ekgs and X-Rays to help clinical staff assess conditions.
Performed duties, including answering phones and screening patients.
Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency.
Recorded vital signs and medical history for up to 65-80 patients each 10 hour shift.
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including but not limited to ,Ekg's, phlebotomy and Xrays testing.
Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for more than 60-80 patients per day.
Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
05/2013 to 05/2014
Medical Assistant/Basic Machine OperatorRegency Square Emergency Care – City, STATE,
Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including but not limited to EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
Supported functions for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, including setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatuses.
Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
Recorded vital signs and medical history for patients each [Timeframe].
Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
Performed wide range of clerical tasks, including imaging, transcription and verifying work to keep office workflows running smoothly.
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Prepared prescription refill requests on behalf of physician to prevent lags.
Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations.
Maintained clean and organized work area with adequate supplies and reagents.
Followed all principles of asepsis and infection control.
Cleaned, restocked and prepared exam rooms and medical equipment.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
08/1993 to 08/1995
Machinist Mate United States Navy – City, STATE,
Designed detailed schedules for preventive maintenance to enhance performance of tools.
Optimized machinery performance by calibrating according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.
Troubleshot and repaired machines to increase productivity and decrease spending.
Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Education and Training
Expected in
: Medical Assistant/Bxmo Fortis Institute - Port St. Lucie , GPA:
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