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Kelly Combs

Franklin

Summary

I have worked in health care for 30 years as a medical assistant, certified nursing assistant and massage therapist. I love what I do.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant

SHP, Venango County Prison
09.2024 - Current
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Venipuncture
  • Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
  • Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
  • Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly upon arrival, checking them in efficiently, and answering any questions they had about their visit or overall healthcare needs.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
  • Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
  • Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate medical assistance during appointments.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare professionals for patient referrals, ensuring a seamless transition and continuation of care.
  • Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, facilitating timely treatment plans and decision making.
  • Increased patient safety by meticulously following infection control protocols and maintaining a sterile environment.
  • Consistently maintained up-to-date certifications, demonstrating dedication to professional development and quality patient care.
  • Facilitated continuity of care through proper scheduling of follow-up appointments based on physician recommendations.
  • Educated patients on preventative care measures, effectively reducing the risk of future health complications.
  • Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
  • Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
  • Optimized inventory management, ordering supplies as needed while minimizing waste and adhering to budget constraints.
  • Implemented improvements in workflow processes that led to increased productivity amongst staff members.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
  • Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
  • Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
  • Measured patient pulse oximetry.
  • Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
  • Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Caring Place
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Patient care, ADLS, housekeeping, charting with EMR

Certified Medical Assistant

Healing Hands
04.2023 - 04.2024

Manage office, schedule appointments, use EMR, stock and order supplies. Patient history and vitals. Patient education. Assist the physician. Insurance referrals and billing.

Medical Assistant

Hope Pediatrics LLC
12.2019 - 01.2023
  • Patient care, rooming patients, injections, lab tests, paperwork, EMR, scheduling appointments. Verifying insurance and taking care of referrals.

Education

Associate's degree - Medical Assisting

The Bradford School
Pittsburgh, PA
04.1992

Skills

  • Pediatrics
  • Trigger Point Therapy
  • Phlebotomy
  • Patient Care
  • Anatomy Knowledge
  • Triage
  • Experience Administering Injections
  • EMR Systems
  • Vital Signs
  • Venipuncture
  • Transcription
  • Medical Office Experience
  • Laundry
  • Administering Medication
  • Insurance referrals and Billing

Certification

Certified with the AAMA

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), 10/01/18, to 10/01/2026.

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant

SHP, Venango County Prison
09.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Caring Place
05.2024 - 09.2024

Certified Medical Assistant

Healing Hands
04.2023 - 04.2024

Medical Assistant

Hope Pediatrics LLC
12.2019 - 01.2023

Associate's degree - Medical Assisting

The Bradford School
Kelly Combs