Medical Assistant resume example with 5+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
, , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
Home: (555) 432-1000
Cell:
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Summary
Hardworking medical assistant with advanced clerical and patient support skills. Manages flows efficiently with organized approach and good multitasking Works well under pressure, adaptable, and ready to be a strong team player.
Skills
Venipuncture and phlebotomy
Proper sterilization techniques
Medical billing
Patient skin and nail care
Understands medical procedures
HIPAA compliance
Wound care and irrigation
Charting expertise
Respiratory equipment utilization
Sterile technique
Electrocardiography (EKG)
Specimens collection and processing
First aid
Stocking supplies
Medical terminology
Lab equipment setup
EKG set up and monitoring
Using a scale
Pulmonary function tests (PFTs)
Bilingual in ( Spanish )
Customer Service
Patient-handling equipment
Vital sign monitors
Restocking lab supplies
Data entry
Phlebotomy
Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
Crutch fitting
Lab equipment calibration
Experience
Medical Assistant, 03/2018 to Current Jma Hrm – Fremont, CA,
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
Contributed to office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
Coordinated and executed medical waste disposal according to governmental and organizational standards.
Lab Technician, 06/2017 to 02/2018 Amazon.Com, Inc. – Virtual Location - Michigan, MI,
Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
Recorded, reported and posted specimen results in company software.
Prepared test samples and obtained and recorded test data in accordance with standards.
Audited specimen integrity and identification classifications to maintain accurate records.
Recorded known control values from technical instruments to boost reliability and accuracy in test results reporting.
Handled administrative tasks for laboratory staff and overall operations.
Supervised cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment to prevent errors and breakdowns.
Gathered biological samples for laboratory tests.
Phlebotomist, 07/2015 to 02/2016 Revo Biologics, Inc. – Greenacres, WA,
Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
Conducted bleeding time tests and updated results into paper or electronic charts.
Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
Utilized calm and friendly demeanor to increase patient comfort and alleviate anxiety.
Labeled patient samples, double-checking information for accuracy.
Disposed of used needles in sharps containers to avoid accidental needlesticks.
Sanitized work area after every patient to prevent contamination and spread of disease.
Properly stored and transported specimens to prevent loss and delays.
Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
Collected blood samples from 13 individuals per day, maintaining consistent patient flow.
Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
Education and Training
Lab Tech / EKG / Phlebotomy : Medical Assisting, Expected in 03/2017 Lamson Institute - San Antonio, TX GPA:
Medical Assistant Certification : Medical Assisting, Expected in 04/2016 Brightwood College. - San Antonio, TX GPA:
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