Karolyn Gillis
Youngsville
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant with a knack for completing tasks efficiently and productively. Possess specialized skills in patient care, medical record management, and clinical procedures. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring seamless support to healthcare teams and providing exceptional service to patients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Clinical Navigator-Medical Assistant
Cadence Health
2024.06 - Current
- Support delivery of health care to patients by performing a variety of activities and procedures which are prescribed by and performed under the direction of the Cadence Nurse Practitioner and Cadence clinical policies and procedures.
- Provide one-on-one coaching and support to patients managing chronic conditions, including but not limited to type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' health status, lifestyle behaviors, nutritional habits, and readiness to change.
- Guided patients in executing personalized care plans and goals, emphasizing behavior modification, nutrition, physical activity, and self-management strategies.
- Monitored patients' progress and adherence to treatment plans through regular check-ins and remote monitoring tools, contributing to improved health outcomes.
- Educated patients on disease management, medication adherence, symptom recognition, and prevention strategies, enhancing their ability to manage chronic conditions.
- Assisted patients in navigating healthcare processes, including appointments and referrals.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation systems.
Medical Assistant II
UNCPN, UNC Heart and Vascular, UNC Urgent Care Raleigh
2022.07 - 2024.06
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, height, and weight, and promptly reported abnormalities to supervising physician to ensure timely patient care.
- Prepared examination rooms for patient visits by stocking necessary materials and maintaining cleanliness to create a welcoming environment.
- Recorded medical data in patient charts to ensure accurate and comprehensive patient records.
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Collected and documented patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared examination rooms by cleaning and stocking supplies.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed follow-up communications.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and health maintenance.
Medical Assistant
Wake Med
Wake Forest
2019.01 - 2022.07
- Administered medications and injections (intramuscular, subcutaneous, intradermal) according to provider instructions.
- Administered medications and injections (intramuscular, subcutaneous, intradermal) according to provider instructions.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and rapid strep/flu tests.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management, medication schedules, and health maintenance protocols to enhance their understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring proper sterilization and stocking of exam rooms to support efficient patient care.
- Coordinated prescription refill requests and communicated with pharmacies to streamline patient medication access.
Medical Assistant
Avance Care
Wake Forest
2018.01 - 2020.01
- Administered medications and injections (intramuscular, subcutaneous, intradermal) according to provider instructions.
- Assisted physicians with minor procedures, including wound care, suture removal, and the administration of vaccinations.
- Conducted basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and rapid strep/flu screenings.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring sterilization and optimal stocking of exam rooms for patient readiness.
- Processed prescription refill requests and coordinated communication with pharmacies to streamline patient care.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension), medication regimens, and health maintenance protocols to promote better health outcomes.
Education
Associates in Science - Medical Assistant
Miller Motte
Raleigh 2016.11 - 2018.01
Skills
- Patient Care Coordination
- Immunization Administration
- Wound Care Management
- Drug administration
- Clinical Documentation
- Electronic Health Records
- Healthcare Software Proficiency
- Patient Scheduling
- Record Keeping
- Infection Control Procedures
- Patient Financial Counseling
- Medical Equipment Operation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Time Management
- Multitasking Capabilities
- Team Collaboration
- Problem Solving Abilities
- Empathy and Compassion
- Maintaining Confidentiality
- Anatomy knowledge
Timeline
Clinical Navigator-Medical Assistant
Cadence Health
2024.06 - Current
Medical Assistant II
UNCPN, UNC Heart and Vascular, UNC Urgent Care Raleigh
2022.07 - 2024.06
Medical Assistant
Wake Med
2019.01 - 2022.07
Medical Assistant
Avance Care
2018.01 - 2020.01
Associates in Science - Medical Assistant
Miller Motte
2016.11 - 2018.01