Efficient CMA bringing proven direct support experience over 13-year career in healthcare. Knowledgeable about paperwork procedures, mobility assistance and documentation requirements. Team-oriented and adaptable to changing needs.
Skills
Medical terminology
Clinical applications
HIPAA compliance
Patient scheduling
Specimens collection and processing
Venipuncture and phlebotomy
Charting expertise
Professional bedside manner
Documentation procedures expert
Patient toileting
Advanced anatomy knowledge
Proper sterilization techniques
Medical billing
Patient-handling equipment
STD counseling
EKG set up and monitoring
Sterile technique
Medical terminology knowledge
Communicating with patient families
Human anatomy and physiology
Restocking lab supplies
Stocking supplies
Preparing specimens and samples
First aid
Vital sign monitors
Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
Using a scale
Experience
09/2019 to Current
PCTIntermountain Healthcare – Henderson, NV,
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
Facilitated flow of patients through facility by accurately transferring and discharging patients in appropriate systems with Epic, then Pearl Care with companies merged to US Renal.
Kept unit well-stocked and efficient with necessary medical supplies.
Delivered outstanding care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria for CKD patients.
Kept instruments and equipment clean and effectively sanitized.
Supported nurses in daily patient care activities by taking vital signs, documenting patient observations, canulating.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to note changes from prior measurements.
Responded promptly to patient call lights to provide physical and emotional support.
Monitored and charted fluid intake and output to stay current on patient conditions.
03/2017 to 05/2019
CMAFive Star Quality Care, Inc. – Saint Paul, MN,
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for more than 40 patients per day.
Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Contributed to efficient office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Recorded vital signs and medical history for 40 patients each.
Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
Scheduled surgeries, radiology test and did all the pre certification for insurance to approved.
09/2016 to 03/2017
CMAFive Star Quality Care, Inc. – Cheyenne, WY,
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for more than 15 patients per day.
Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Contributed to efficient office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
Transmitted physician's orders to patients, counseling on execution and addressing follow-up questions.
11/2009 to 08/2016
CMAFive Star Quality Care, Inc. – Columbus, OH,
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for more than 20 patients per day.
Completed basic physical assessments of [Type] and [Type] patients to provide optimal care.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency.
Contributed to efficient office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
Used Epic software to process patient payments and update accounts.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
Maintained working condition of equipment by closely following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, performing preventive maintenance and calling for repairs.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
Collected forms, copied insurance cards and coordinated patient information for billing and insurance processing.
Transmitted physician's orders to patients, counseling on execution and addressing follow-up questions.
Education and Training
Expected in 07/2007 to to
Associate of Science: Medical Assistant Hamilton - Cedar Rapids, IA, GPA: Status -
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