Akisha Caulkins
Hope Mills
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with background in providing support to physicians, handling patient care tasks, and managing administrative duties. Skilled in recording vital signs, preparing patients for examination, and maintaining medical records with confidentiality and accuracy. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy. Contributed to streamlining clinical processes resulting in more efficient patient flow and enhanced care delivery.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Private Home Caregiver
Pamela White
Fayetteville
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Administered medications as prescribed by a physician and monitored the client's response to medication.
- Supported mobility by helping clients with walking, transfers, and transportation.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client health and needs.
Wade Family Medical
Office Manager
Wade
04.2018 - 07.2020
- Assisted in patient intake and verified medical histories for accuracy.
- Administered vaccinations and performed basic laboratory tests as directed.
- Collaborated with physicians to coordinate patient care and follow-up appointments.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Private Home Caregiver
Denise Murray
Fayetteville
09.2014 - 01.2018
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences.
- Supported mobility by helping clients with walking, transfers, and transportation.
- Administered medications as prescribed by a physician and monitored the client's response to medication.
MedEx Urgent Care
Virginia Manning
Fayetteville
06.2004 - 02.2013
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
Education
Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Vanguard Adult Tech
Fremont, OH 08.2002 - 05.2003
GED
Elizabethtown, NCSkills
- Administration of medications
- Medical record management
- Clinical assessments
- Patient education
- Patient intake
- Diagnostic testing
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Procedure assistance
- Phlebotomy
- EKG administration
- Sterilization techniques
- Medication administration
- Vital sign measurement
Timeline
Private Home Caregiver
Pamela White
03.2024 - 02.2025
Wade Family Medical
Office Manager
04.2018 - 07.2020
Private Home Caregiver
Denise Murray
09.2014 - 01.2018
MedEx Urgent Care
Virginia Manning
06.2004 - 02.2013
Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Vanguard Adult Tech
08.2002 - 05.2003
GED