Medical Assistant

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tihri leggett

abkqw4@r.postjobfree.com

Heathcare professional

Offering 7+ years of experience medical assistance in a multi physician family medical practice, g astroenterology,

pulmonary and critical care. Known for dedication to providing premium patient care. Skills include:

Medical Office Management Bookkeeping & Filing Patient Scheduling

Medical Billing & Coding Taking Patient Vitals Ancillary Testing

Medical Records Management Blood Draws Patient Education

Data Entry (75 WPM) Injections HIPAA & JCAHO Knowledge

Education

Certified Massage Therapist (CMT), 01/09 – 08/09

Certified Medial Assistant (CMA), 10/00 – 10/01

Professional Experience

Pulmonary and Critical Care Associates Atlanta, GA

Certified Medical Assistant, 06/05 – 01/10

Serve as a key member of interdisciplinary healthcare team for a busy family medical practice. Assist seven MDs as

well as PA and RN team in ensuring optimal patient care and smooth daily functioning of office.

Key Results:

• Demonstrated proficiency in taking patient medical histories and vital signs, as well as in performing veni

punctures, injections and various diagnostic procedures and ancillary tests (e.g., EKGs, Pulmonary Function

Test, chemistry analysis, hematology, urinalysis and Chest Radiography).

• Ensured the cleanliness, sanitation and maintenance of all facilities, exam rooms and equipment.

• Helped implement practice’s quality assurance and control program. Efforts ensured compliance with

HIPAA, CLIA and OSHA regulations; improved patient care/satisfaction; and lowered monthly overhead by 12%.

Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates Atlanta, GA

Medical Assistant/Administrative Assistant, 06/03 – 06/05

Assisted physician with daily in office procedures by preparing initial assessments, taking vital signs,

sigmoidoscopies, charting, pre authorization, and prescription refill.

Key Results:

• Consistently praised for efficient handling of administrative duties (e.g., answering phones, scheduling

appointments, maintaining medical records, patient processing, billing and bookkeeping) that allowed

doctors and nursing staff to focus on the health concerns of their patients.

• Reacted calmly and effectively in emergency situations, and added the personal, caring touch that

immediately put patients at ease.

“…Ms. Tihri Leggett has been a vital member of our healthcare team…possesses exceptional patient care skills…

strong command of basic medical procedures and terminology…well organized and efficient…her cost saving

efforts have saved the practice thousands of dollars annually…one of the finest medical assistants I have worked

with throughout my 8 year career as a physician…” Kevin Wallace, MD, Pulmonary and Critical Care Associates

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