Anestria Moutry
Raleigh
Summary
Dynamic Certified Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Duke Primary Care, excelling in patient care and vital signs assessment. Proven ability to enhance team productivity through effective organization and electronic health records management. Skilled in laboratory testing and surgical assistance, delivering exceptional patient education and support in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Duke Primary Care
Durham
2012.10 - Current
- Maintained patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
- Educated patients on preventive care topics such as diet and exercise habits or medication compliance.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Collected forms, copied insurance cards and coordinated patient information for billing and insurance processing.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning correctly prior to use during patient examinations or treatments.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Assessed, documented, and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Nursing
Duke University
Durham, NC2012-10
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs assessment
- Medical coding
- Electronic health records
- Laboratory testing
- Surgical assistance
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Duke Primary Care
2012.10 - Current
Graduate Certificate - Nursing
Duke University