Anastasia Smith
Winston-Salem
Summary
Results-driven clinical healthcare professional with 5+ years of direct patient care as a Certified Medical Assistant and over a decade in leadership roles. Skilled in clinical workflows, staff supervision, EMR/Epic, and patient education. Seeking Clinical Coordinator or Clinical Director position to enhance clinic efficiency and patient outcomes while pursuing a Master’s in healthcare leadership. Expected completion Aug 2026.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant II
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
Winston-Salem
10.2022 - Current
- Prepare and assist with in-office procedures (examples: IUD insertion, biopsy, US guided procedures, etc.).
- Administered immunizations and intradermal injections to protect patient health.
- Phlebotomy, capillary samples, heel sticks.
- Wound Care: Suture/Staple removal, Sterile dressing, Foot Exam.
- Local anesthetic administration (competency in specific locations-approved by the CNO).
- Respiratory functions: Spirometry, peak flow, nebulizer, pulmonary function tests.
- Performed EKG and Ziopatch tests to monitor patients' heart activity.
- Vision Screening: Snellen charts, Titmus exam, stereopsis, color blind testing OR Hearing screening: audiometry
- Coordinated medication management processes to optimize patient care and adherence.
- Management of processes (one point per process): Telehealth/Video encounters, Surgery scheduling, medication ordering, supply ordering, schedule management, sterile supply management, Prior Authorizations, Referral management, Infusion scheduling & coordination, Managing DME (durable medical equipment); Uploading patient physiologic data.
- Disease specific or age specific screening tools: Developmental pediatrics, nutritional assessments, MOCA, memory screenings for geriatrics.
- Managed in-basket messages to facilitate timely communication and enhance patient-staff interactions.
- Multispecialty - holds competency to float to 2 or more specialties. This means to fully function in all those areas, not just floating for coverage.
- Fully cross-trained for front desk activities.
Certified Medical Assistant
Urgent Care-Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
Clemmons
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Executed point-of-care tests, including urine sample strep and flu tests, to facilitate timely diagnosis.
- Conducted COVID-19 testing via drive-through and urgent care facilities.
- Performed blood draws to facilitate laboratory analysis.
- Administered glucose tests to assess patient health.
- Delivered injections and vaccines to ensure immunization compliance.
- Conducted phone triage to assess patient needs and prioritize care for effective patient management.
- Performed Performed electrocardiograms to assess cardiac health of patients to monitor cardiac health indicators.
Lead Teacher
Primrose Schools
Greensboro
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Led instruction for Preschool 1 students, fostering early learning through structured activities and implementing a monthly curriculum to enhance engagement and skill development.
- Taught children foundational skills in tracing names and identifying letters, numbers, shapes, and colors, promoting early literacy and numeracy.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that align with early childhood education standards.
- Led and mentored a team of teachers to enhance classroom effectiveness.
- Collaborated with parents to create supportive learning environments for children.
Director
Childcare Network
High Point
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Oversaw daily operations, managing employee hiring and terminations to maintain staffing efficiency.
- Conducted monthly classroom observations and safety checks, ensuring compliance with ITERS, ECERS, SACERS standards.
- Developed and delivered monthly curriculum to support teachers' instructional strategies.
- Worked with teachers implementing the creative curriculum which is created by our corporate office.
- Processed payments from parents efficiently.
- Entered in daily attendance for DSS agency, meal attendance.
School Age Center Director
Children Northwest
Vancouver
03.2016 - 03.2019
- Hired, supervised, scheduled, and evaluated staff, ensuring adherence to established procedures and maintaining high standards of care.
- Manage the daily operation of the before and after school child care program.
- Supervised activity planning to align with developmental needs of children by age, enhancing engagement and learning.
- Supervise the program to meet the needs of the individual child.
- Supervise the planning of the physical environment, ensuring sufficient resources and supplies.
- Established and maintained positive communication through collaborative problem-solving with families, children, and staff, fostering a supportive community.
- Maintain a safe, clean environment; including administering first aid and handling emergencies.
- Organized and updated all center records to ensure accurate documentation.
Medical Assistant Student Extern
The Vancouver Clinic/Urgent care
Vancouver
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Prepared patients for medical assessments, ensuring readiness for clinical evaluations
- Took and recorded accurate vitals, contributing to comprehensive patient health records
- Administered injections
- Assisted with wound care, supporting patient recovery and comfort
- Conducted electrocardiograms for patients
- Patient Charting in EPIC
Home Care Aide
Catholic Community Services
Vancouver
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided non-medical in-home care for elderly and disabled, assisting with daily living activities to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Assisted clients in and out of bed or wheelchair, providing support and supervision to promote safety and mobility.
- Performed essential errands and shopping, transporting clients to medical services to ensure timely access to care.
Lead Teacher
Primrose School of Kernersville
Winston-Salem
03.2015 - 02.2016
- Facilitated teacher training sessions to enhance instructional strategies and classroom management/ Established regular communication with parents to support student development and address concerns.
- Mentored junior teachers on best practices and classroom management techniques.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs and interests.
- Implemented curriculum while ensuring a safe, engaging environment for learning.
- Coordinated classroom activities to promote social and emotional learning.
Education
Master of Science - Healthcare Leadership
Cabarrus College
Concord, NC08-2026
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Charter College
Vancouver, WA08-2018
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC12-2009
Skills
- Injections and phlebotomy
- Vital signs monitoring
- EKG administration
- Patient care and support
- Medical terminology
- Patient education
- Electronic medical records (Electronic health records)
- Document management and documentation
- Microsoft Office suite
- Front desk operations
- Receptionist duties
- Supervisory experience
- Employee evaluations
- Curriculum development and management
- Classroom management skills
- Childcare experience
- Home care assistance
- Customer service excellence
Certification
- Medical Assistant, Currently Certified through National Center for Competency Testing
- Home Care Aid, 09/18, 02/19, Certified through the state of Washington.
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CCMA Certification
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant II
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
10.2022 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Urgent Care-Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
02.2021 - 10.2022
Lead Teacher
Primrose Schools
03.2020 - 02.2021
Director
Childcare Network
04.2019 - 03.2020
Medical Assistant Student Extern
The Vancouver Clinic/Urgent care
07.2018 - 08.2018
Home Care Aide
Catholic Community Services
01.2017 - 08.2018
School Age Center Director
Children Northwest
03.2016 - 03.2019
Lead Teacher
Primrose School of Kernersville
03.2015 - 02.2016
Master of Science - Healthcare Leadership
Cabarrus College
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Charter College
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education
Winston-Salem State University