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Customer Service Medical Assistant

Location:
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Posted:
August 13, 2014

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KWAMEKA SIMMONDS

* **** ** **** ***, Miami Gardens, FL 3 3056 H: 7-865****** C: 9-544****** acfcxz@r.postjobfree.com

P ROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Medical Assistant with 2 years experience in a hospital and clinic setting. Patient-focused and empathetic caregiver

with extensive knowledge of patients' needs. Assisted with technical Medical treatments supports diagnostic

procedures and charted patients' records. Hard-working, multi-tasking Assistant with outstanding telephone,

scheduling and documentation skills.Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Interested in a full-time position

with a growing company.

SKILLS

Patient-focused care Patient scheduling

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Efficient and reliable team player Strong communication skills

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Committed team player Detail-oriented

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Types 40 WPM Quick learner

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Attention to detail Organized multi-tasker

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Filing and data archiving Multi-line phone proficiency

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HIPAA compliance Professional phone etiquette

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WORK HISTORY

Lab Monitor, 10/2013 to Current

Office of Innovative Technology-Nova Southeastern University – Davie, FL

l Resolved virus and malware issues.

l Set up equipment for employees, including installing cables and hardware.

l Installed software and operating systems on company computers.

l Installed system software.

l Composed and drafted all outgoing correspondence and reports for managers.

l Reduced overhead by taking on more responsibility with creative and administrative projects.

l Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages.

l Maintained a clean reception area, including lounge and associated areas.

Medical Assistant, 06/2011 to 08/2012

Juan F. Luis Hospital – St Croix, VI

l Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.

l Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.

l Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.

l Transported patients to other areas of the hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys.

l Performed procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, including blood draws, foley

catheter removal and EKGs.

l Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.

l Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.

l Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.

l Maintained sanitary residents' and program rooms.

l Verified and created claim numbers by communicating with various insurance companies.

l Contacted patients regarding unpaid and underpaid accounts to resolve any issues.

l Improved timely paying of bills by developing flexible payment plans for patients.

l Located, checked in and pulled medical records for appointments and incomplete patient charts.

l Facilitated organized record retrieval and access by maintaining filing system for both in-house and discharged

residents.

Crew Member, 06/2010 to 12/2010

Mc. Donalds – Pembroke Pines, FL

Promptly and empathetically handled guest concerns and complaints.

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Demonstrated integrity and honesty while interacting with guests, team members and managers.

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l Operated the drive-through window and sales register quickly and efficiently.

l Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.

l Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations.

l Prepared all food orders within a 2-3 minute time frame.

l Prepared a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved

procedures.

l Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage or cross-contamination.

l Reported to each shift on time and ready to work.

l Handled currency and credit transactions quickly and accurately.

l Diligently restocked work stations and display cases.

Medical Assistant Intern, 01/2010 to 05/2010

Morris Heights Health Center – Bronx, NY

l Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.

l Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.

l Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.

l Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.

l Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.

l Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.

l Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.

l Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.

l Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special

medical equipment and apparatus.

l Performed procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, including blood draws, foley

catheter removal and EKGs.

Human Resources Intern, 01/2008 to 06/2008

Charles Harwood Clinic – St Croix, VI

Helped distribute employee notices and mail around the office.

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Opened and properly distributed incoming mail.

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Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages.

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Screened all visitors and directed them to the correct employee or office.

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Typed various office documents.

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Faxed required document to receiving party in a timely manner.

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EDUCATION

Associate of Arts: Medical Assistant, 2010

Monroe College - Newrochelle, NY

Bachelor of Science: Psychology, Current

Nova Southeastern University - Davie, FL



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