Medical Assistant Certified
Resume:
Kara Holzworth
Certified Medical Assistant
Apex, NC 27523
***********@*****.***
I have been a Certified Medical Assistant for 15 years. I love helping people and giving excellent care to patients. I have experience with internal medicine, family practice, ear nose and throat, and sports medicine. I would love to speak with you about my qualifications and would like to be considered for your position that is available. You can call me at 919-***-**** or by email ***********@*****.***. Hope to hear from you soon. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Certified Medical Assistant
UNC Family Medicine at Fuquay Varina - Fuquay-Varina, NC April 2021 to July 2022
Assisted the physician with minor procedures-punch biopsies, incision and drainage, mole removals and any other procedures that he would need
Obtained patients chief complaints, vitals, medication history, and other pertinent history Prepared exam rooms and equipment
Administered intramuscular and subcutaneous injections to patients Contacted the patients with lab results, diagnostic results and any other messages that the provider needed to relay to the patient.
Performed quality measures and assisted another medical assistant with prior authorizations for diagnostic imaging or medications.
Certified Medical Assistant
Neuse Valley Internal Medicine - Raleigh, NC
February 2014 to January 2019
Obtained patients complaints, vitals, medication history, and other pertinent history. Prepared exam rooms with supplies and equipment.
Administered intramuscular and subcutaneous injections to patients. Assisted the physician with minor procedures and exams Contacted patients with their results of lab results, diagnostic results and other information Assisted the referral coordinator with referrals and verifying insurances. Ran the quality management program with the insurances closing gaps of care. Certified Medical Assistant
CENTRAL CAROLINA EAR NOSE AND THROAT - Apex, NC
September 2012 to August 2013
Obtained patients chief complaint, vitals, and other pertinent history Prepared exam rooms with necessary equipment and supplies Administered allergy injections to pediatric and adult patients Assisted the physician with minor surgeries and exams Ordered clinical and office supplies as needed
Sterilized instruments and ran autoclave
Verified insurance on surgical and radiological procedures Collected and posted co-pays
Certified Medical Assistant
CHAPEL HILL URGENT CARE - Chapel Hill, NC
September 2011 to January 2012
Obtained patients chief complaint, vitals, and other pertinent history Prepared exam rooms with necessary equipment and supplies Performed venipunctures, injections, EKG's, chemistry analysis, hematology, urinalysis, IV's, and x-rays as directed by the physician
Assisted the physician with minor surgeries and exams Ordered and maintained clinical and office supplies and equipment as needed Collected and posted co-pays
Certified Medical Assistant
DUKE SPORTS MEDICINE - Durham, NC
December 2009 to July 2011
Assisted physician as needed during examination and doing minor procedures Prepared injections and ordered x-rays as ordered by the physician Reviewed charts prior to appointments -obtained prior films and records Instructed patient with after-care instructions and fitted patient with braces as ordered by the physician Changed soiled dressing and removed stitches
Sterilized instruments and ran autoclave
Assisted the physician-assistant with scheduling pre-operative visits and surgeries Certified Medical Assistant
UNIVERSAL FAMILY MEDICINE - Raleigh, NC
January 2008 to July 2008
Obtained patient vitals and other pertinent history Assisted the physician with examinations and minor procedures Instructed patient with after-care instructions-medications and diet Collected and prepared lab specimens
Prepared and administered medications and injections Telephoned prescriptions and refills to pharmacy
Education
Associate in Nursing Assisting
Wake Technical Community College - Raleigh, NC
August 2011 to October 2011
Associate in Medical Assisting
Wake Technical Community School - Raleigh, NC
2005 to 2007
High School Diploma in High School
Raleigh Christian Community School - Raleigh, NC
1996 to 2001
Skills
• CMA
• Injections
• Patient Care
• EMR
• Vital Signs
• Triage
• Laboratory Experience
• Phlebotomy
• Medical Imaging
• Quality Management
• Venipuncture
• Medical Records
• Medical Office Experience
• Anatomy Knowledge
• Insurance Verification
• HIPAA
• Physiology Knowledge
• Computer Skills
• Clerical Experience
• Transcription
• Clerical Experience
• Computer Skills
• Epic
• HIPAA
• Medical Coding
• Medical Terminology
• Physiology Knowledge
• Transcription
• Allscripts
• Customer Service
• ICD Coding
• Phone Etiquette
• Medical Scheduling
• ICD-10
• Quality Assurance
• CPT Coding
• Medical Billing
• EMR systems
• Nursing
• Primary care
• Medication administration
Certifications and Licenses
Medical Assistant
January 2007 to March 2023
AAMA
Certified Medical Assistant
CPR Certification
BLS Certification
Additional Information
CPR Certified- American Heart Association
3/2022-3/2024
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