Medical Assistant Patient Care

ANNETTE CORKINS

*** ******** **** **, ******, MI 48454 810-***-****

Objective

Seeking a dynamic role to leverage my talents and skills as a medical professional for personal and professional growth. Eager to thrive in a stimulating and challenging work environment, contributing to the success of the organization while pursuing advancement opportunities. Self-motivated, versatile, reliable, and efficient professional with extensive experience in the medical field, aiming to explore diverse career paths and seize new opportunities for development. Education

Port Huron High School Graduate (1983) with an Administrative Medical Assistant Certification from the Port Huron School of Business (1985)

Experience

July 2014 – October 2024

Private Duty Caregiver Grimm Family Melvin, MI Provided comprehensive daily care for an elderly couple, with a primary focus on the wife who was bedridden due to end- stage Alzheimer's until her passing in 2021. Responsibilities included round-the-clock assistance such as changing diapers, feeding, managing hygiene, and implementing position changes to prevent bedsores. Additionally, supported the husband who was in poor health with early-stage dementia, congestive heart failure, and kidney failure, offering full-time assistance to help maintain the household. Took quick action by inserting an emergency catheter once when necessary; husband passed in October 2024

October 2011 – May 2014

Medical Assistant TN Women’s Care Nashville, TN Handled a wide range of duties in medical assisting, including providing comprehensive patient care from intake to venipuncture, administering injections, assisting in minor office surgeries, and facilitating OBGYN exams. Managed the medication refill process by fielding calls and faxing authorizations for refills. Oversaw supply inventory, instrument sterilization, and maintained accurate records on autoclave usage and patient care logs. Managed patient appointments and referrals for mammograms, ultrasounds, and specialist consultations. 1999 – July 2011

Medical Assistant/Biller Physician’s Health Care Network Lexington, MI Utilized front office expertise to manage reception, billing for family practice visits, online referrals, patient insurance verification, and utilized Microsoft Word for patient correspondence. Demonstrated a diverse skill set in medical assisting, encompassing comprehensive patient care from intake to venipuncture, administering injections, conducting EKGs, pulmonary function tests, X-rays, casting, assisting in minor office surgeries, performing gynecological exams, and nerve conduction tests. Oversaw supply procurement, instrument sterilization, and maintained accurate logs for autoclave use and patient care documentation.

1996-1999

Officer Coordinator Romeo Family Health Romeo, MI 1994-1996

Medical Assistant Women’s Health Associates Mt. Clemens, MI Skills

● Clinical skills (e.g., taking vital signs, administering injections)

● Medical terminology knowledge

● Patient care and interaction

● Electronic health records management

● Phlebotomy skills

● Infection control and sterilization procedures

● Basic laboratory procedures

● Administrative skills (e.g., scheduling appointments, billing)

● Attention to detail and accuracy

● Strong communication and service skills

● Problem-Solving

● Time-Management

● Team Work & Collaboration

● Organizational

● Adaptability & Flexibility

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