Dedicated Medical Assistant offering 5 years in direct patient care and medical office experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction by ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to practice standards. Documented ability to cultivate trust and rapport with patients and maintain strong relationships. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families and other healthcare professionals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Medical Assistant
WellSpace Health
12.2023 - Current
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Assisted physicians with clinical procedures following safe practices.
Precepted newly hired medical assistants to train each on office procedures and important tasks.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Assisted in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients and staff through proper inventory management.
Supported physicians during examinations by preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and documenting findings accurately.
Medical Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
01.2022 - 11.2023
Documented information required for patients' specimens and tests completed
Completed intakes, measuring vital signs and documenting symptoms
Kept equipment ready for use through scheduled cleaning and sterilization
Updated records in EHR system, carefully protecting patient information and verifying data
Assisted clinicians with in-office procedures
Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping rooms neat and clean
Smoothed procedures for physicians, passing instruments, helping patients feel comfortable and answering routine questions.
Medical Assistant
WellSpace Health Womens Health
01.2018 - 01.2022
Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families
Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary
Used NextGen software to process patient payments and update accounts
Obtained specialist care for patients by coordinating referrals
Scheduled and confirmed appointments
Pleasantly greeted each patient and offered the desk sheet for easy sign-in
Entered patient information, including insurance, demographic and health history into system to keep all records up-to-date
Kept rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments
Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations.
Medical Assistant Extern
Dr. Quinto's Office
01.2018 - 01.2018
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests
Escorted patients to examination rooms and documented medical histories
Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests
Charted all patient services in records with high accuracy
Monitored patient stability by checking vital signs and weight
Corresponded with patients through phone, fax, email and in person to schedule appointments and answer inquiries
Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency
Collected forms, copied insurance cards and coordinated patient information for billing and insurance processing
Answered appointment calls to streamline office operations
Used Epic software to process patient payments and update accounts
Sterilized medical equipment after each procedure.
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