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MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Objective
Candidate seeking mid-level employment with company searching for flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level Medical assisting opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, work ethic and willingness to go beyond the expected pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference.
Skills
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Education and Training
South Texas College - - City,State | | Some College (No Degree)Medical Assisting
Experience
Medical Assistant | 11/2019 to CurrentFlorida Cancer Specialists, P.L. - Phoenix , AZ
- Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Collected forms, copied insurance cards and coordinated patient information for billing and insurance processing.
- Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Improved patient care and daily task efficiency resulting in smoother operations.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
- Observed and documented patient status and reported patient complaints to case manager for resolution.
- Escorted patients to examination rooms and documented medical histories.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Monitored patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
- Trained patients on how to properly operate medical equipment.
- Assisted patients in preparation for examinations, assessing and recording vital signs.
- Followed all principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
- Coordinated and executed medical waste disposal according to governmental and organizational standards.
- Maintained clean and organized work area with adequate supplies and reagents.
- Assisted with technical treatments and entered information within patient records and charts.
- Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Performed front desk duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, greeting patients and ordering supplies.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Communicated with patients by phone and via written correspondence.
- Coordinated services with medical and office staff to improve patient satisfaction, engagement and compassionate care.
- Acted as liaison between physician and patient, answering questions and delivering test results.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort prior to procedures.
- Prepared patients for examinations, taking vital signs and updating medical histories.
- Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
- Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
Student Medical Assistant | 01/2019 to 05/2019Common Spirit - West Livingston , TX
- Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort prior to procedures.
- Measured urine specimens and delivered to laboratory.
- Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
- Escorted patients to examination rooms and prepared for physician exams.
- Monitored patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
- Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
- Entered patient services into records with high accuracy.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Assisted patients in preparation for examinations, assessing and recording vital signs.
- Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families.
- Escorted patients to examination rooms and documented medical histories.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating patient status to fellow caregivers.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Charted all patient services in records with high accuracy.
Student Medical Office Assistant | 01/2018 to 05/2018El Milagro Clinic - City , STATE
- Interacted with providers and other medical professionals regarding billing and documentation policies, procedures and regulations.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments for diagnostic, surgical and consultation services.
- Answered phone calls to provide assistance, information and medical personnel access to maximize office efficiency.
- Updated group medical records and technical library to support smooth office operations.
- Maintained consistent patient confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA protocols by using encryption software.
- Scheduled appointments by telephone or in person.
- Gathered patient records for provider.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments, organized files and answered phones.
- Wrote detailed clinical phone messages for physicians.
- Assisted with referrals and prepared medical records for patients.
- Registered patients and scheduled appointments.
- Collected forms, copied insurance cards and coordinated patient information for billing and insurance processing.
Certifications
- First Aid/CPR
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School Attended
- South Texas College
Job Titles Held:
- Medical Assistant
- Student Medical Assistant
- Student Medical Office Assistant
Degrees
- South Texas College - City , State | Some College (No Degree)
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