Karen Tucker

Lakeland, Fl. ***** 516-***-****

adyo69@r.postjobfree.com

Diligent Certified Medical Assistant / Phlebotomist seeking a position in the healthcare profession. Dedicated and highly motivated to utilize my skills. Eager hard worker that's reliable with the ability to quickly learn new concepts and skills. Enthusiastic about working for a company willing to hire me. Highly flexible and adaptive willing to work all shifts. Backed by a solid work history, reputation as a team player and a PASSION for helping others. EXPERIENCE

Phlebotomist 2022 - 2023

TheTesting Company,Brooklyn,NY.11211

● On a daily basis I swab patients for covid-19. I performed rapid test, and PCR on celebrities in productions and Broadway actors.

● Upheld donor confidentiality and exercised HIPPA compliance.

● Identify patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.

● Deliver quality Patient Care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to establish procedures.

● Preformed strict safety guidelines.

Pharmacy Assistant 2022-2023

Alto Pharmacy, Plainview, NY. 11803

● Assistant Pharmacists in preparation patient medication.

● Data Entry of patient records.

● Worked with several doctor offices on prescription refills and medical supplies.

● Delivered STAT patients medication as per Dr. Request. Medical Assistant 2022- 2023

Biodesix, Boulder, CO. 80301

● Performed test as per doctor's request, from patients in the comfort of their homes.

● Obtain blood samples for medical testing through venipuncture.

● Observe patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action on the established guidelines.

● Located vein suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles vials and other equipment.

Dr.Rankins 2001- 2020

Medical Assistant, Freeport, NY. 11520

● Relay messages from patients to Physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.

● Identify patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.

● Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, Chief complaints and vital signs.

● Prepare treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.

● Prepared and packaged specimens for carrier transport.

● Educated patients about medications, procedures and Physicians instructions.

● Contact the pharmacies to submit and refill patients prescriptions.

● Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for track and purposes.

● Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.

● Conducted Insurance verification and pre-certification and prior authorization functions.

● Measure Vital Signs and took medical history to prepare patients for examination.

● Responded to Patient callbacks and phone in prescription refill request.

● Follow principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.

● Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.

● Processed client payments and collected appropriate billing information. EDUCATION

Anatomy & physiology 2010 - 2011

Sanford Brown, Garden City, NY

Medical Assistant /Phlebotomy Certification

High School Diploma 1997 -2000

Freeport High, Freeport, NY

SKILLS

Expert in: Multitasking, communication, being able to remain calm under pressure, organization, time management, adaptability, team work. LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

Medical Assistant

Sanford Brown

CPR & BLS

National CPR Foundation

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