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MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Professional Summary
Medical Office Assistant with 11 years of experience in administrative positions. Known for excellent interpersonal skills and deep knowledge of medical terminology. Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Strong ability to multitask and prioritize workloads with little or no supervision. Detail oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Skills
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Work History
Medical Assistant, 11/2019 to Current
The Arc Of Steuben – Hornell , NY
The Arc Of Steuben – Hornell , NY
- Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- 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.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Report significant information and changes in patient condition to provider.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Escorted patients to examination rooms.
- Offered age-appropriate patient care before, during and after exams.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Assisted physicians in follow-through of care.
- Maintained patient databases and updated information in alignment with HIPAA protocols.
- Scheduled, rescheduled and handled cancelled appointments for patients.
- Scheduled appointments for doctor visits and procedures using desktop calendar software.
- Efficiently performed insurance verifications, pre-certifications and pre-authorization functions.
Medical Assistant, 11/2015 to 10/2019
The Arc Of Steuben – Wellsville , NY
The Arc Of Steuben – Wellsville , NY
- Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
- 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.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Attended required training, education and meetings.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Collected histories, vitals and current complaints via patient interviews.
- Escorted patients to examination rooms.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Obtained accurate medical histories from patients, highlighting critical information.
- Maintained patient databases and updated information in alignment with HIPAA protocols.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Scheduled, rescheduled and handled cancelled appointments for patients.
- Scheduled appointments for doctor visits and procedures using desktop calendar software.
- Scheduled surgeries for multiple surgeons.
Medical Assistant, 04/2009 to 05/2013
The Arc Of Steuben – Wayland , NY
The Arc Of Steuben – Wayland , NY
- Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
Education
High School Diploma: 05/2003
Dinuba High School - City, State
Dinuba High School - City, State
Associate of Science: Medical Assisting, 04/2009
SJVC - City
SJVC - City
- Graduated with 4.0 GPA
- Dean's List for 18 months
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School Attended
- Dinuba High School
- SJVC
Job Titles Held:
- Medical Assistant
Degrees
- High School Diploma : 05/2003
Associate of Science : Medical Assisting , 04/2009
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