Certified Medical Assistant with over 13 years of experience in patient care and medical administration, recognized for delivering compassionate service and enhancing clinic efficiency. Expertise in medical charting, electronic health records, and inventory management, combined with a strong focus on leadership and staff training to improve team performance. Committed to advancing patient education while ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and streamlining operational processes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Eastern Dermatology and Pathology
07.2019 - 01.2025
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate medical assistance during appointments.
Coordinated with other healthcare professionals for patient referrals, ensuring a seamless transition and continuation of care.
Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, facilitating timely treatment plans and decision making.
Increased patient safety by meticulously following infection control protocols and maintaining a sterile environment.
Consistently maintained up-to-date certifications, demonstrating dedication to professional development and quality patient care.
Facilitated continuity of care through proper scheduling of follow-up appointments based on physician recommendations.
Educated patients on preventative care measures, effectively reducing the risk of future health complications.
Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
Optimized inventory management, ordering supplies as needed while minimizing waste and adhering to budget constraints.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork.
Medical Assistant
The Dermatology Group
01.2019 - 05.2019
Obtain and update the complete patient history and chief complaint
Record the subjective portion of the SOAP note
Assist providers with select procedures including biopsies, surgical procedures, and slide preparation
Provide and reinforce patient education following procedures and office visits
Set up for select procedures including biopsies, surgical procedures, slide preparation and surgeries
Numbing patients per provider instruction, prior to procedures and surgeries
Suture removal after demonstrating competency and approved by provider
Completing pathology requisition forms with complete and updated patient information
Work with the office manager to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations
Review and follow posted OSHA instructions/requirements including hazardous waste, needle stick injuries, emergency evacuations, etc
Medical Assistant/Floor Supervisor
Dermatology Associates of Coastal Carolina
10.2014 - 04.2016
Responsible for unit morale by providing a team-based environment through effective leadership and a demonstrated positive attitude
Assume a lead role in employee issues such as discipline, performance evaluations, retention, and development of qualified personnel
Obtain and update the complete patient history and chief complaint
Record the subjective portion of the SOAP note
Assist providers with select procedures including biopsies, surgical procedures, and slide preparation
Provide and reinforce patient education following procedures and office visits
Set up for select procedures including biopsies, surgical procedures, slide preparation and surgeries
Numbing patients per provider instruction, prior to procedures and surgeries
Suture removal after demonstrating competency and approved by provider
Completing pathology requisition forms with complete and updated patient information
Work with the office manager to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations
Responsible for the training and skills assessment of MAs and ensure all office members are knowledgeable and compliant with patient rights, standards of care, policies and procedures, and responsibilities
Review and follow posted OSHA instructions/requirements including hazardous waste, needle stick injuries, emergency evacuations, etc
Manager
V-Mac Buffalo Wild Wings
04.2013 - 05.2015
Act as a liaison between guests and restaurant team
Prioritize workload and maintain staffing levels by utilizing provided tools such as One POS (Point of Sale) and Aspect programming
Communicates orally and in writing to identify needs such as over time, shift changes, orders and deliveries to alleviate delays and adhere to SOP (Standard Operating Procedure)
Use Microsoft Office, Aspect and One POS software to create sales reports that assist in tracking usage of product and payroll
Contact vendors verbally and in writing to place, track and receive orders
Provide training to new hourly and management personnel
Make employee schedules
Server
V-Mac Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2012 - 04.2013
Prioritize workload and work closely with other team members and kitchen staff to ensure restaurant is operated efficiently
Responsible for staying updated on current menu choices, prices, specialties and communicate items effectively to guests
Use One POS (Point of Sale) programming to enter orders, obtain revenues, issue receipts, accept payments and return change
Provide training to new hourly personnel
Education
Diploma - Medical Assisting
ATA College
Cincinnati, Ohio
06.2019
Pharmacy Technician Certification -
Craven Community College
New Bern, North Carolina
05.2016
Skills
Patient education
Clinical assistance
Electronic health records
Infection control
Specimen collection
Chart coordination
Communication skills
Patient scheduling
Medication administration
Workflow organization
Patient documentation
HIPAA compliance
Multitasking and organization
Injection administration
Patient care
Medical records management
Skills
Highly responsible, reliable, and a detail-oriented worker with administrative experience
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (CMAA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Eastern Dermatology and Pathology
07.2019 - 01.2025
Medical Assistant
The Dermatology Group
01.2019 - 05.2019
Medical Assistant/Floor Supervisor
Dermatology Associates of Coastal Carolina
10.2014 - 04.2016
Manager
V-Mac Buffalo Wild Wings
04.2013 - 05.2015
Server
V-Mac Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2012 - 04.2013
Diploma - Medical Assisting
ATA College
Pharmacy Technician Certification -
Craven Community College
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