Medical Assistant Records Clerk
Resume:
Kashina Howard
Registered Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomist
Stonecrest, GA 30038
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As an experienced healthcare professional, I would like to use my extensive clinical experience in the field of healthcare. My quality of being self-motivated would enable me to take care of people, in a Medical Center, Laboratory Clinic or other clinical setting. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics - Atlanta, GA
March 2022 to Present
• Greet patients and verify their identity
• Collect blood samples by performing venipunctures and fingersticks
• Label all samples according to outlined procedures and policies
• Maintain lab equipment in a clean and safe manner
• Record tests performed and blood samples taken into databases
• Transport samples in a timely manner and in accordance with outlined policies and procedures
• Explain tests to patients and answer any questions they might have
• Complete all work in accordance with outlined hospital and laboratory guidelines, and federal, state, and local requirements
Phlebotomist
ProPath - Atlanta, GA
February 2020 to March 2022
• Extracting blood from patients through venipuncture or fingersticks.
• Analyzing blood specimens using the correct testing equipment, when necessary.
• Prepared specimens for transportation, including labeling vials accurately and matching blood specimens to patients.
• Retrieved orders requested by the Physician from the Epic System to draw required patients bloodwork. Phlebotomist Technician
American Esoteric Laboratories - Memphis, TN
March 2019 to February 2020
• Collect and tag specimens exactly as outlined in each medical requisition
• Develop effective collection techniques as they relate to groups such as pediatric and geriatric patients
• Properly package each specimen and ensure that every specimen is delivered to the laboratory on time
• Maintain an organized and clean work area based on state health laws and the guidelines of our medical organization
• Answer patient questions regarding collection techniques and offer additional resources on the collection process if a patient requests them
Certified Medical Assistant
Gastro One - Germantown, TN
2012 to 2019
• Update and file medical records,
• Handled patient insurance information and correspondence,
• Schedule appointments, answer phone calls and greet patients.
• Conducted basic laboratory tests
• Checking patient vital signs
• Recorded medical histories
• Recording medical histories,
• Explained treatments and preparing patients for procedures on behalf of the physician
• Build sustainable relationships and trust with patients through open and interactive communication
• Handle patients concerns, provide appropriate solutions and alternatives within the time limits; follow up to ensure resolution
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
The Shappley Clinic (PRN) - Germantown, TN
2010 to 2012
• Check patients' vital statistics.
• Relay doctor's instructions on diet, exercise, and medication.
• Prepared patients for surgeries, x-rays, and lab work as well as removing bandages and stitches.
• Schedule in and outpatient procedure
• Scheduled patients for office visits
• Provide patient with product/services information.
• Answered questions, and resolve any emerging problems that our parents accounts might face with accuracy and efficiency.
• Supported unknown clinicians
• Roomed patients
• Measured vital signs
• Prepared charts
• Scheduled appointments
• Scheduled labs
• Verified insurance
Medical Assistant /Phlebotomist
Occupational Medical Clinic - Memphis, TN
2007 to 2008
• Assisted with lacerations, minor surgical procedures, changed dressings, removed sutures
• As directed by physician: prepared medications, administered medications, refilled prescriptions -is this within your scope
• Performed EKGs, prepared patients for x-ray
• Roomed patients, gathered vital signs
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Southern Health Care - Southaven, MS
2005 to 2007
• Roomed patients, gathered vital signs, recorded medical history/symptoms/reason for visit for physician
• Performed electrocardiograms and PFTs -spell out what this stands for • Administered allergy tests, immunizations
• Conferred with patients to explain treatment procedures, calm fears, gain cooperation Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Health Loop Frayser Clinic - Memphis, TN
2001 to 2005
• Roomed patients, gathered vital signs, recorded medical history/symptoms/reason for visit for physician
• Performed electrocardiograms
• Administered allergy tests, immunizations
• Conferred with patient to explain treatment procedures, calm fears, gain cooperation Medical Assistant / MA
UT Medical Group
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Primary Care Specialists of Obstetrics/ Gynecology - Memphis, TN 2000 to 2001
• Prepared patients for examination, assist physician with examination and procedures.
• Performed EKGs, vision testing and basic lab procedures including urine collection and drawing of blood samples, checked fetal tones and heart rates
• Obtained and recorded vital signs
Medical Records Clerk
Regional Medical Center Memphis - Memphis, TN
1999 to 2000
• Abstracted medical charts
• Scanned patient's tests and consult letters into system
• Uploaded physician dictation to outside transcriptionist
• Kept log of patient records sent for transcribing
• Corrected documents returned from transcription and prepared them for doctor's signature Education
Certificate in Medical Assistant
Concorde Career Institute - Memphis, TN
1999 to 2000
Biology
Rust College - Holly Springs, MS
1996 to 1999
Skills
• Injections (10+ years)
• Patient Care (10+ years)
• EMR (10+ years)
• Phlebotomy (10+ years)
• retail sales (5 years)
• CPR Certified
• Venipuncture (10+ years)
• Phlebotomist (10+ years)
• EKG (10+ years)
• Medical Records (10+ years)
• Scheduling (10+ years)
• Vital Signs (10+ years)
• Laboratory Experience (10+ years)
• Triage (10+ years)
• Laboratory Procedures (10+ years)
• Epic (10+ years)
• Medical Office Experience (10+ years)
• Computer Skills (10+ years)
• Anatomy Knowledge (10+ years)
• Hospital Experience (10+ years)
• Insurance Verification (10+ years)
• Clerical Experience (10+ years)
• Primary Care Experience (10+ years)
• Medical Terminology
• Medical Coding (10+ years)
• Microsoft Word
• Phone Etiquette (10+ years)
• Computer Operation
• Laundry
• Caregiving
• Blood sampling
• Patient service (10+ years)
• Physiology knowledge (10+ years)
Certifications and Licenses
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
January 2020 to January 2021
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
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