Amie Kuhn
Madera
Summary
Dedicated and patient-focused Medical Assistant with extensive clinical and patient care experience in fast-paced healthcare environments. Skilled in patient intake, vital signs, diagnostic pretesting, electronic medical records, insurance verification, and assisting providers with examinations and procedures. Strong background in patient education, scheduling, multitasking, and delivering compassionate care. Seeking to transition clinical experience into an Orthopedic Medical Assistant role supporting providers with musculoskeletal patient care and clinical operations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Optical Manager / Lead Optician
Mitchell Jelen, O.D.
Madera
03.2007 - Current
- Performed patient intake, gathered medical history, and completed pretesting including visual acuity, intraocular pressure testing, autorefraction, OCTs, pachymetry, and visual field testing.
- Assisted providers during patient evaluations while ensuring efficient patient flow and quality care.
- Verified insurance eligibility, processed patient paperwork, and coordinated scheduling and follow-up appointments.
- Maintained accurate patient records, prescriptions, and clinical documentation in a high-volume healthcare setting.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, eyewear use, contact lens care, and follow-up instructions.
- Managed inventory, ordered supplies, and ensured exam rooms and equipment were organized and functional.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while working with diverse patient populations and addressing concerns professionally.
- Trained and supervised staff members while maintaining efficient clinic operations.
- Handled multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and patient satisfaction.
- Willing to learn orthopedic-specific procedures, splinting, casting assistance, injections support, and musculoskeletal patient care protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
San Joaquin Valley College
Fresno, CASkills
- Patient intake and rooming
- Vital signs and patient assessments
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Insurance verification and authorizations
- Patient scheduling and coordination
- Diagnostic pretesting and screenings
- Patient education and follow-up care
- Medical terminology
- Clinical documentation
- Inventory management and supply organization
- Team collaboration and communication
- Fast-paced clinical workflow management
Additional Information
Willing to learn orthopedic-specific procedures, splinting, casting assistance, injections support, and musculoskeletal patient care protocols.
Timeline
Optical Manager / Lead Optician
Mitchell Jelen, O.D.
03.2007 - Current
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
San Joaquin Valley College