Lydia Wilson
Pittsburgh
Summary
Certified Medical Assistant with 27 years experience, expertise in electronic health records and patient care, honed at Metro Community Health Center. Skilled in phlebotomy and fostering patient trust, enhancing clinic efficiency. Proven ability to train staff and manage medical inventory, ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards and improving overall healthcare delivery.
Highly motivated and committed with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Metro Community Health Center
08.2015 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient assessments and examinations.
- Managed electronic health records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of patient information.
- Primary coordinator of vaccines for children/adults.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Trained new staff on clinical procedures and office protocols, enhancing team performance.
- 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.
- 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.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Optimized inventory management, ordering supplies as needed while minimizing waste and adhering to budget constraints.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs, symptoms, allergies, and current complaints at intake.
- Completed EKGs, vaccines and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Performed phlebotomy task efficiently, while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Medical Assistant
Northside Christian Health Center
07.2005 - 10.2013
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to streamline patient flow and improve service delivery.
- Educated patients on medication usage, treatment plans, and preventive care practices.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
Medical Assistant
Dr. Levi Walker
09.1998 - 06.2005
- Assisted in patient intake processes, ensuring accurate information collection and data entry.
- Performed routine clinical tasks, including vital sign measurement and EKG administration.
- Managed appointment scheduling and follow-up reminders to enhance patient engagement.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
Education
Medical Assistant Diploma - Medical Assisting
Bradford School
Pittsburgh, PA01-1995
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient scheduling
- Clinical documentation
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Electronic health records
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient documentation
- Basic life support
- Phlebotomy techniques
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Metro Community Health Center
08.2015 - Current
Medical Assistant
Northside Christian Health Center
07.2005 - 10.2013
Medical Assistant
Dr. Levi Walker
09.1998 - 06.2005
Medical Assistant Diploma - Medical Assisting
Bradford School
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