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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