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Martha Cotton
San Antonio, TX ***** • Cell: 210-***-**** • Home: 210-***-**** • ************@*******.*** Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Skillful and committed healthcare professional with exemplary administrative, clinical, and patient care abilities developed through a strong history of achievement as a medical assistant.
— Key Qualifications —
• Proven record of enhancing reputation of medical practices by serving as positive representative of mission for excellent patient care, and by adhering strictly to professional standards, policies, and legal requirements.
• Highly competent in the utilization of standard practice management and office management programs, including AdvancedMD, Athena, Centricity EMR, Medical Office Management AT (MOMs) and Chrono. Professional Experience
HCA iMED Healthcare Associates Methodist Physician Practices– San Antonio, TX Medical Assistant, 2017 – 2018
Perform preliminary physical tests, including taking blood pressure, weight, and patient history summary. Accurately update patient charts with notation of new conditions or diagnosis. Scan medical records. Process referrals, and authorize medication refills. Schedule patients for appointments and tests, and ensure appropriate preparation for patient visit. Provide high level of care consistent with the age, cultural, spiritual, and developmental needs of every patient. Educate patients on their diagnosis, medications, and treatments. Selected Contributions:
• Provide invaluable assistance to physicians and other healthcare staff by efficiently executing various clerical duties, managing patient flow, and overseeing patient care and procedures. Perinatal & Fertility Specialists of San Antonio – San Antonio, TX Medical Assistant, 2011 – 2017
Coordinated intake of new patients, including insurance verification, chart preparation, phlebotomy, and taking vitals. Communicated with insurance companies to ensure proper billing procedures. Oversaw ultrasound studies. Maintained a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following facility procedures and legal regulations. Selected Contributions:
• Safeguarded efficient operation of the medical facility through administrative and clinical assignments.
• Established a new system to prevent missing patient labs needed before they checked out. TRUE Research Foundation– San Antonio, TX
Research Assistant, 2010 – 2011
Coordinated recruitment and enrollment of eligible candidates for research. Facilitated proper consent protocols required prior to study participation. Reviewed medical histories and medications, took vital signs, and performed lab draws in alignment with protocol. Ensured accuracy of charts prior to review by principal investigators. Martha Cotton ••• Page 2
Christus Santa Rosa Family Health Center – San Antonio, TX Family Health Center Specialist & Medical Assistant, 2008 – 2010 Executed versatile clinical and administrative responsibilities. Prepared exam and treatment rooms, applying knowledge of sterile technique and infection control procedures. Compiled technical and statistical data for reports and records. Upheld adherence with Christus standards and policies for quality, safety, and environmental control. Communicated clearly through writing and in-person to convey information to patients and medical staff. Selected Contributions:
• Cross-trained in multiple departments to support efficient workflow, including billing, scheduling, insurance verification, medical records management, referral processing, and front desk administration.
• Learned every position fully to gain an understanding for how it affected other departments. Fertility Center of San Antonio – San Antonio, TX
Nursing Staff Administrative Assistant, Senior Medical Assistant, 2000 – 2007 Surgical Coordinator, Sexual Assault Response Team Coordinator Performed diverse administrative duties in support of nursing staff, and surgical procedures. Managed scheduling, maintained records, and entered post-surgical data. Enforced compliance with FDA regulation. Demonstrated precision when taking vital signs and recording patient information. Interacted with patients in a calm, professional manner. Worked closely with hospital, law enforcement, and court personnel to ensure effective multidisciplinary response for sexual assault survivors. Managed SART and CDC cycle reporting and statistics. Selected Contributions:
• Worked effectively under conditions of limited supervision, stress, and rapidly changing circumstances. Educational Background
Certified Clinical Medical Assisting, #1322-0476
National Institute of Technology
Business Management Coursework
San Antonio College