Medical Assistant Intern
Adventist HealthCare
02.2025 - Current
- Prepared examination rooms for patient visits, ensuring cleanliness and availability of necessary supplies.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Improved patient outcomes by accurately recording vital signs and communicating findings to the medical team.
- Safeguarded confidential patient information through strict adherence to HIPAA regulations in all communications and documentation processes.
- Collected histories, vitals, and current complaints via patient interviews.
- Supported optimal patient care by performing diagnostic tests under supervision, such as EKGs, phlebotomy, and point-of-care testing.
- Created and prepared patient charts accurately for clinics and medical professionals.
- Welcomed patients and inquired about wellbeing since last treatment.
- Streamlined check-in process by verifying patient information and promptly updating electronic health records.
- Contributed to the overall safety of the clinic environment by strictly adhering to infection control and sterilization procedures in all aspects of patient care.
- Contributed to a well-organized clinical environment through effective inventory management and equipment sterilization.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently managing administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and maintaining medical records.
- Boosted overall clinic productivity through assisting medical staff in organizing schedules, managing patient flow, and prioritizing tasks.
- Facilitated smooth communication between patients and healthcare providers by serving as a compassionate intermediary during consultations.
- Performed medical chart reviews to confirm accuracy and completeness.
- Prepared exam and treatment rooms for patient visits, availing all necessary supplies and equipment.
- Helped with patient preparation and recovery to support patient comfort and well-being.
- Communicated with patients and families to answer questions and provide reassurance.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
