Medical Assistant Manager
Resume:
Tonya D Thomas
Aiken SC, *****
*************@*****.***
Certified Medical Assistant with 10+Years worked in fast-paced environment handling confidential paperwork, administering medication and providing quality patient care. Established records of reliability and created positive rapport with patients, family and staff. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
APA Graniteville Family Medicine
Graniteville, Sc
March 2018- Present
Certified Medical Assistant
Recorded patient information such as vital signs, weight and changes in medical history prior to each appointment
Clean and prepare examination rooms prior to patient appointments
Assisted the nurse and office manager in maintaining the medical inventory and placing orders for new materials as needed
Administered oral and injectable medications
Assisted physicians and other providers with exams and procedures
Called in and faxed prescriptions to pharmacies
Changed dressings on surgical wounds
Cleaned and maintained instruments and medical equipment
Collected data about previous health, medical and surgical history from patients
Collected specimens for lab tests from patients
Documented paper and electronic medical records
Entered data from monitoring and tracking systems such and vaccine and medication refrigerators
Managed specialty referrals, Managed medical records Center For Colon And Digestive Diseases
Aiken,Sc
May 2015 - Augusta 2017
Certified Medical Assistant
Recorded patient information such as vital signs, weight and changes in medical history prior to each appointment
Clean and prepare examination rooms prior to patient appointments
Assisted the nurse and office manager in maintaining the medical inventory and placing orders for new materials as needed
Administered oral and injectable medications
Assisted physicians and other providers with exams and procedures
Called in and faxed prescriptions to pharmacies
Changed dressings on surgical wounds
Cleaned and maintained instruments and medical equipment
Collected data about previous health, medical and surgical history from patients
Collected specimens for lab tests from patients
Documented paper and electronic medical records
Entered data from monitoring and tracking systems such and vaccine and medication refrigerators
Managed specialty referrals, Managed medical records
Measured patent vital signs (pulse, blood pressure, pulse and temperature), height and weight
Ordered medical and office supplies and medications
Performed in-office lab tests
Performed specialized testing such as EKGs, vision screening and hearing tests
Removed staples and stitches
Scheduled patient appointments
Dallas County Hospital District
Dallas,Texas
January 2009 - January 2015
Certified Medical Assistant
Updated and maintained all digital client records and assist in transitioning hard copy records to digital format
Recorded patient information such as vital signs, weight and changes in medical history prior to each appointment
Clean and prepare examination rooms prior to patient appointments
Worked in the front office taking care of tasks such as answering phone calls and greeting patients as they enter the facility
Assisted the nurse and office manager in maintaining the medical inventory and placing orders for new materials as needed
Administered oral and injectable medications
Assisted physicians and other providers with exams and procedures
Called in and faxed prescriptions to pharmacies
Changed dressings on surgical wounds
Cleaned and maintained instruments and medical equipment
Collected data about previous health, medical and surgical history from patients
Collected specimens for lab tests from patients
Documented paper and electronic medical records
Entered data from monitoring and tracking systems such and vaccine and medication refrigerators
Managed specialty referrals, Managed medical records
Ordered medical and office supplies and medications
Performed in-office lab tests
Performed specialized testing such as EKGs, vision screening and hearing tests
Provided patient education as directed by the doctor or other provider
Removed staples and stitches
Scheduled patient appointments
Scheduled surgeries and diagnostic procedures such as CT scans and MRIs
Stocked exam rooms
Irving Medical Center
Irving, Texas.
January 2000- November 2008
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Updated job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; participating in professional organizations; maintaining licensure
Verified test requisitions by comparing information with nursing station log; bringing discrepancies to the attention of unit personnel
Verified patient by reading patient identification
Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks
Maintained specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures; observing isolation procedures
Tracking collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection; maintaining daily tallies of collections performed
Monitored glucose levels by performing bedside glucose tests; recording results; reporting results to unit nurse-manager
Performed bleeding-times tests by entering results to the computer; notifying pathologist of results falling outside normal ranges
Maintained safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight; testing urine; recording intake and output information
Provided patient comfort by utilizing resources and materials; transporting patients; answering patients' call lights and requests; reporting observations of the patient to nursing supervisor
Documented actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records
Maintained work operations by following policies and procedures Expertise
Multi-tasking, Medical Teamwork, Bedside Manner, Infection Control, Nursing Skills, Health Promotion and Maintenance, Creating a Safe, Effective Environment, Informing Others, Judgment, Pain Management, Acute/Critical Care, Knowledgeable in ICD-9 & CPT designations and HIPPA guidelines Empathic with excellent interpersonal skills, Analyzing Information, Infection Control, Bedside Manner, Attention to Detail, Lab Environment, Procedural Skills, Quality Focus, Hospital Environment, Creating a Safe, Effective Environment, Performing Diagnostic Procedures, Informing Others, Stethoscope, Blood pressure cuff, Scale, Tray, Carts, Hoyer lift, Whirlpool tub, Urinal, Bed Pans, Personal Hygiene Supplies, CPR and first-aid certified, Patient and environmental safety, Proficient in basic skills of patient care, Vital signs and patient observation, Knowledgeable in medical terminology, HIPAA and patient privacy, Excellent communication skills, Use of proper documentation standards, Supportive of family members, Strong organizational skills, Medical Office Management, Medical billing and coding, Medical records management, Book keeping and Filing, Taking patient vitals, Blood draws, Injections, Patient scheduling, Ancillary Testing, HIPAA & JCAHO Knowledge, Patient Care & Safety, Diagnostic Testing, Medical Terminology, Electronic Medical Records, Vital Signs & Patient Monitoring, Medication Administration, Privacy / HIPAA Regulations, Patient Advocacy and Support
EDUCATION
Certified Medical Assistant, phlebotomy, unit clerk & EKG, Aiken Technical College Volunteer at local hospital, and nursing homes
Herzing University Online
CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 2009
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), 2018
Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) 2009
BLS Certification / CPR & First Aid Certification (American Red Cross) 2016-present
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