MICHELLE X. ALLEN
Independence, MO 64056
***********@*****.***
Summary: Spanish-English Bilingual MEDICAL ASSISTANT and DENTAL
PROFESSIONAL, skilled in patient care, phlebotomy, Injections/vaccinations,
EKG, Spirometry, Rx management, patient record management and or EMR.
Desire a position where I can use my skills to benefit company goals, and
continued growth and learning in my profession.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
KC Personnel/American Consultants/Medix Staffing Solutions- 12/2011 -
Present
Performed Medical Assistant duties as assigned depending on the job or
office assigned to, performing vital signs, assisting in various types of
exams & treatments, in office lab test for diagnostic purpose, strong
phlebotomy skills, injections/vaccinations, EKG, spirometry, pulmonary
disease treatment & management, surgery set up/brake down, suture removals,
patient medical records management, lab results and patient triage, Rx
management and refills. Also have performed the following duties; Daily
allergy injections, vaccinations where required, production of allergen
vials for patient treatment, allergy testing, documentation in company
electronic medical records system, supply stocking and inventory. Flu shot
injection clinics. (Temporary Positions).
KU Health Partners/Silver City Health Center- 02/2010-11/2011
Medical Assistant-Non profit organization safety net clinic serving the
Kansas City Kansas community with healthcare needs for the low income and
un-insured. Performed vital signs, assisting in various types of exams &
treatments, in office lab test for diagnostic purpose, strong phlebotomy
skills, injections/vaccinations, EKG, spirometry, pulmonary disease
treatment & management, surgery set up/brake down, suture removals, patient
medical records management, lab results and patient triage, Rx management &
refills. My other duties included working as a interpreter for Spanish
speaking patients, and also worked with the PAP program (Patient Assistance
Program) which assisted un-insured patients to acquire medications from
pharmaceutical companies at no cost to them. My duties included requesting
refills, checking in medications, packaging and labeling for patient
dispensing.
Family Care Associates 2009-2009
Medical Assistant-Performed vital signs, assisting in various types of
exams & treatments, office test for diagnostic purpose,
injections/vaccinations, phlebotomy, EKG, spirometry, pulmonary disease
treatment & management, surgery set up/brake down, suture removals, patient
medical records management, lab results and patient triage, Rx management &
refills. Front office experience included patient scheduling using medical
computer software, reception and clerical duties.
Dr. Jeffrey A. Scott Family Care 2006-2009
Medical Assistant-Performed vital signs, assisting in various types of
exams & treatments, office test for diagnostic purpose,
injections/vaccinations, phlebotomy, EKG, spirometry, pulmonary disease
treatment & management, BMD, EMG, x-rays, surgery set up/brake down, suture
removals, patient medical records management, lab results and patient
triage, Rx management & refills. Experienced using e-Clinical Works EMR
system.
The Center for Foot Care 2004-2006
Medical assistant & surgery scheduler-Responsible for patient care which
included phone triage, traditional & digital x-ray taking and processing,
castings for orthotic devices, cast and strapping application, ortho device
or diabetic shoe fittings, nail smoothing, dressing application and
changes, suture removal, surgery/procedure scheduling, drug prescription
needs, procedure and equipment pre-authorizations with insurance companies,
management of patient chart/records, stocking rooms, ordering supplies,
instrument cleaning and sterilization. Other traditional clerical duties
were performed when asked to do so, experienced using Lytech EMR system.
OHS Comp-Care Health Services 2003-2004
Medical Assistant-Performed drugs screens, vital signs, assisting physicals
injures or lacerations, casting or splinting injections, phlebotomy, TB
testing, vision exams, audiograms, EKG, alcohol testing, spirometry,
filtration mask testing, lab & test result reporting, medical records
management, clerical duties processing employers request, orders for their
employees or candidates, billing tickets, patients scheduling, filing,
faxing, data input.
Matria Healthcare 2001-2002
Medical Assistant-Matria provides home health & nursing service, monitoring
equipment for high risk pregnancies, diabetic patients, and the liaison
between obstetrical doctor's office and patients, managing patient's
health. Handled clerical and office responsibilities, programming and set
up of devices, testing & maintenance of the same devices/equipment for
current & future cases, processed doctor's orders, intake and entry
patients data as well as other clerical duties.
Richard Gilman DDS 1999-2001
Dental Assistant-Chair side assisting with patient evaluation & surgeries,
x-rays, impressions for appliances, surgical set up/brake down, patient
preparations & post operative instructions, suture removal, prophylaxis,
computerized medical records, instruments cleaning/sterilization and
equipment maintenance. Performed office clerical duties as assigned.
Babel Communications 1996-1998
Medical Interpreter-Provided translation services between doctors/hospital
staff and Spanish speaking patients in hospitals like Truman Med Center,
St. Luke's Hosp, and Children's Mercy. My duty was to facilitate
communication between the doctors and the patients in such a way that
doctors had the necessary information to make medical decisions. I was
responsible for helping patients understanding during appointments or
procedures. I was able to provide comfort to patients who were concerned of
the language gap and lack of understanding over their medical condition or
treatment, and restored effective communication between doctor & patient by
explaining necessary treatment options. Specialized in
Obstetrical/Gynecological cases, Labor & Delivery room, ER care, Fertility
clinic, among others. Due to hospital budget cuts Babel Communications
contract expired and my position was eliminated.
Brower Dental Group 1993-1996
Dental Assistant-Chair side assisting for two general dentists, performed x-
rays, prophylaxis, equipment maintenance, stocking, sterilization and
inventory. Responsible for patients scheduling, billing, dental insurance,
discussed financial arrangements and treatment plans. Experience with
Dentrix computerized medical/dental records.
EDUCATION:
KANSAS CITY KANSAS SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY & VOCATIONAL CAREERS.
JOHNSON COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SHAWNEE MISSION NORTH HIGH SCHOOL