Resourceful medical assistant with proven expertise in organizing efficient medical office environments and assisting with diagnostic efforts for blood draw and EKG patients. Proficient at collecting specimens, conducting basic assessments and monitoring vitals. Expert with EHR system and skilled at learning new processes to meet unique office requirements. Resourceful [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience in medical and administrative assistance. Comprehensive background in accurately recording patient health information, taking vital signs, and processing client needs. Gathers complete patient insurance information quickly to streamline patient appointments.
Skills
Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
Chronic Disease Management
Companionship and Emotional Support
Learning Strategies
Operation Monitoring
Monitoring Patient Progress
Lab Equipment Operation
Vital Signs Measurement
Patient Care
Charting Expertise
HIPAA Compliance
Blood Pressure Measurement
Stocking Supplies
Injections
Proper Sterilization Techniques
Professional Bedside Manner
Electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG)
Vital Sign Monitors
Blood Draws
EKG Set Up and Monitoring
Inventory and Supply Management
Electrocardiography (EKG)
Communicating with Patient Families
Postoperative Care
Charting and Clinical Documentation
Preparing Specimens and Samples
Simple Dressings
Patient Skin and Nail Care
Experience
Medical Assistant, 02/2016 - 06/2018 Forward – Charleston, WV,
Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families.
Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
Collaborated with radiologists, sonographers and other healthcare team members to streamline patient care.
Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations.
Performed, validated and reported laboratory tests for prognosis, diagnosis, treatment and research.
Transmitted physician's orders to patients, counseling on execution and addressing follow-up questions.
Use NEXGEN software to process patient payments and update account
Processed and produced ER, OR and portable x-ray information to assist diagnosis.
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for more than 15 patients per day.
Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for more than 15 patients per day.
Coordinated and executed medical waste disposal according to governmental and organizational standards.
Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
Prepared prescription refill requests on behalf of physician to prevent lags.
Reviewed treatment sheets for consistency, completeness and accuracy.
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.
Assisted back office patient processes to reduce customer wait time.
Printed and filed examination data records according to HIPAA patient standards.
Medical Assistant, 05/2013 - 08/2013 Forward – Des Moines, IA,
Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
Collaborated with radiologists, sonographers and other healthcare team members to streamline patient care.
Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations.
Transmitted physician's orders to patients, counseling on execution and addressing follow-up questions.
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for more than 15 patients per day.
Coordinated and executed medical waste disposal according to governmental and organizational standards.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
Prepared prescription refill requests on behalf of physician to prevent lags.
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.
Assisted back office patient processes to reduce customer wait time.
Printed and filed examination data records according to HIPAA patient standards.
Army Medic, 092997 - 060110 US Army – City, STATE,
Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
Documented all patient information, including condition or injury, treatment and medication administration.
Delivered first aid or life support care to sick or injured individuals in pre-hospital settings.
Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
Education and Training
Associate of Science: Medical Assisting, Expected in 10/2013 - Keiser University - Fort Lauderdale, FL GPA:
: Phelobotomy, Expected in - Savannah Technical College - Savannah, GA GPA:
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