Debra Douglas
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OBJECTIVE
Dynamic Medical Assistant seeking a position with a reputable medical
facility where I can utilize my education and training in the medical field
while providing premium patient care.
EDUCATION
Medical Assisting, Diploma
Everest College, Chicago, IL 2009
. Honor Roll
. Teacher's Assistant
RECENT CAREER HISTORY
Medical Assistant
Chicago, IL February 2008 - 2009
Freeman Foot Care, Inc.
. Consistently praised for efficient handling of administrative duties
which allowed doctors and nursing staff to focus on the health
concerns of their patients.
. Demonstrated proficiency in taking patient medical histories, X rays,
assisting in surgeries and preparing injections.
. Responsible for opening and closing office procedures as well as
hiring and training extern students.
. Molded patient's feet for orthotics
Certified Nursing Assistant
Chicago, IL 1998 - 2007
Countryside Care Centre
Crestwood Nursing Center
Churchview Supportive Living Community
. Trained new employees and facilitated New Employee Orientation
. Recorded patient's vital signs including height and weight
. Ensured nutritional needs of the patients were met
. Maintained the dignity and care of patients while performing post-
mortem care
. Cared for the personal needs, comfort and safety of patients
. Lifted, carried and handled patients, medium (50-75 lbs) and heavy
(100+ lbs) with the assistance of a Hoyer Lift
CLINICAL SKILLS
. Phlebotomy . Autoclave
. Vital signs . Respiratory
Testing
. EKG . Ear/Eye lavage
. Administration of medications & injections .
Surgical assisting
. Diagnostic testing . Specimen
collection
. Pharmacology/dosage calculations .
Suture removal
. Asepsis and infection control .
Health histories
ADMINISTRATIVE SKILLS
. Appointment setting . Insurance
billing: CMS-1500
. Medical Manager 9.20 . Coding:
CPT, ICD-9
. Software: Microsoft Office . Health
records management
. Bookkeeping . Treatment
authorization referrals
. Co-payments . Proficient
in medical terminology
CERTIFICATIONS
CPR Certification, American Heart Association, 2009
HIPAA & OSHA Training Certification, Everest College, 2010