medical assistant resume example with 4+ years of experience
Jessica
Claire
resumesample@example.com
(555) 432-1000,
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105
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Professional Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 8 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. Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality. Detail-oriented and knowledgeable Medical Assistant 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.
Education
ECPI Medical Careers Virginia Beach, VAExpected in 12/2020 ā āLicense Practical Nurse :Nursing - GPA:
Skills
Insurance claims
Medical office administration
Inventory and Supply Management
Wound care specialist
Assisting with physical exams
Compassionate caregiver
Patient-focused care
CPR
Patient Scheduling
Compassionate
Emergency procedures understanding
Efficient and reliable team player
Monitoring Patient Progress
EMR / EHR
Simple Dressings
Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
Tube feedings and medications familiarity
Ambulating and repositioning patients
Patient bathing
Medical Records Management
Patient Management
Knowledge of EKG rhythm interpretation
Phlebotomy
Electronic health records
Emergency room procedures
Work History
County Of Santa Clara - Medical Assistant Santa Clara, CA, 11/2016 - 08/2017
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Enforced department policies and procedures to keep team operating effectively and delivering top-notch care.
Precepted newly hired medical assistants to train each on office procedures and important tasks.
Met operational targets consistently by guiding and motivating medical assistant team to effectively handling administrative and clinical needs.
Protected patients and staff from infection risks by routinely cleaning and disinfecting common areas and patient rooms.
Triaged incoming calls for provider to determine callers' likely needs, including immediate appointments or scheduled visits.
County Of Santa Clara - Medical Assistant Santa Clara, CA, 10/2015 - 11/2016
Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
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.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
Offered age-appropriate patient care before, during and after exams.
Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
Conducted machine safety checks according to facility policy.
Followed all appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
Escorted patients to examination rooms.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Report significant information and changes in patient condition to nurse supervisor.
Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.
Collected all pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
Monitored patients' response to dialysis therapy and reported any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
Attended required training, education and meetings.
Photographed images of organs shown on display module.
Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens by checking paperwork.
Completed fluoroscopy exams and other special procedures.
Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
Documented all maintenance and repairs in timely fashion.
Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
Assisted physicians in follow-through of care.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Performed or scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use, troubleshooting technical issues and coordinating repairs.
Participated in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Executed emergency diagnostic procedures to treat patients, including stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring.
Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Winona Health - Surgical Assistant Winona, MN, 01/2013 - 10/2015
Gowned and gloved staff to help team prepare for surgeries.
Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging and suctioning surgical sites.
Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing.
Quickly responded to emergency situations during procedures with life-saving aid.
Minimized surgical bleeding with skilled ligation and clamping of blood vessels.
Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends.
Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
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