Denise M. Feld
*** ***** ******, **********, ** *2245 /************@*****.*** / 618-***-****
Objective
Surgical / Medical Assistant with a broad organizational experience including, assisting in the operation room and clinical and clerical duties in the physician office setting.
30+ years of experience of caring for patients. I enjoy working both independently and with a group. I have a true passion for teaching and learning. I consider myself a quick starter and confident to carry task(s) to completion.
Degree
-Allied Health – 2-year completion and graduation of Operating Room Technician
-Registered Medical Assistant
Skills
Excellent communication skills Outpatient surgery
Attention to detail Hospital operation room
Organizational skills General Surgery
Self-starter MOHS Surgery
Leadership / Team lead OB / GYN Surgery
Preceptor Vascular Surgery
Work Experience
-Surgical Clinical / MOHS coordinator – Distinctive Dermatology 3/2020 – May 1, 2023
-Surgical Assistant / First Assist – Memorial Hospital East (BJC) 4/12/2016 – March 2020
-Registered Medical Assist – Memorial Medical Group 2/2009 – 1/2016
Job Duties
Assist the physician with the patients and medical procedures as needed
Prepare patients and the exam rooms
Obtain initial medical history, vital signs and review of systems using standardized forms
Update medication list with each follow up
Return calls to patients, pharmacies as directed by physicians
Review abnormal lab results and report to physician
Provide patient verbal education as well as reading material
Keep medical records in accordance to procedure and HIPPA compliance
Keep exam and treats rooms clean and properly stocked with supplies as per OSHA guidelines
Answer and screen incoming phone calls in a prompt, courteous and helpful manner
Triage all medical calls and act accordingly
Scheduled, cancel and change patient’s office visit, surgical appointments and testing procedures
Pull and organize charts for upcoming appointments
Began process of patient referral (if indicated). Pre-certification / Pre-authorization
ICD 10 Coding
Patient check in and out
Knowledge of surgical instrumentation
Handling of suture, needles and instruments
Dressing and care of surgical wounds
Suture and staple removal
UNA boot / post-operative dressings
Complete patient insurance forms, short- and long-term disability forms and Aflac forms
Surgical and medical terminology
Knowledge of aseptic technique