Samantha Leake
Hamlet
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
FastMed
06.2022 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Certified Medical Assistant
Pinehurst Surgical Clinic P.A.
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Residental Mentor/Team Leader
Cornerstone Treatment Facility
09.2016 - 10.2019
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
- Reviewed, implemented and updated company records related to team activities for future reference.
Personal Care Assistant
Aging Outreach Services
03.2015 - 05.2017
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Liberty Home Health Agency
10.2008 - 07.2012
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Education
Certification - Nursing Assistant
Montgomery Community College
Troy, NC04.2023
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Sandhills Community College
Pinehurst, NC12.2019
High School Diploma -
Richmond Senior High School
Rockingham, NC06.2005
Skills
- Patient Scheduling
- Proper Waste Disposal
- Medical Billing and Coding
- Medical Records Management
- Inventory and Supply Management
- Pulse Oximetry
- Rapid Strep Testing
- Diagnostic Evaluation
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Injection Administration
- Electronic Health Records
- Exam Room Preparation
- Medical Terminology
- HIPAA Compliance
- Administering Immunizations
- Patient Assessments
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Engagement
- EPIC EMR
- X-Ray Processing
- Performing EKGs
- Lab Specimens and Collections
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Dressing Removal
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Pulmonary Function Measurement
- Telephonic Triage
- Pharmacy Relations
- Multi-Line Telephone System Operation
Certification
- CPR/BLS Training - 01/2023
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant - 04/2023
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant - 12/2019
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
FastMed
06.2022 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Pinehurst Surgical Clinic P.A.
02.2020 - 03.2022
Residental Mentor/Team Leader
Cornerstone Treatment Facility
09.2016 - 10.2019
Personal Care Assistant
Aging Outreach Services
03.2015 - 05.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Liberty Home Health Agency
10.2008 - 07.2012
Certification - Nursing Assistant
Montgomery Community College
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Sandhills Community College
High School Diploma -
Richmond Senior High School
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