Rachel Brennan
Schweiger Dermatology Group
Bushkill
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
Results-driven Lead Medical Assistant with expertise in clinical leadership, patient education, and infection control. Proven ability to streamline processes and mentor staff, enhancing patient care and operational efficiency.
Work History
Lead Medical Assistant
7 Years 7 Months- Oversaw daily operations of 25 medical assistants
- Trained and mentored medical assistants on clinical procedures and patient interaction protocols.
- Streamlined patient intake process, improving overall workflow and reducing wait times.
- Coordinated with dermatologists to ensure accurate scheduling and follow-up appointments for patients.
- Ordered supplies for the office
- Assisted in procedures (MOHS, cosmetics; lasers and injectables, surgeries and biopies)
- Prior authorization, pharmacy communication for medication approvals (certified patient access management)
- Part of the integration team ( helped set up new offices to follow Schweiger way)
- Scheduling for 25 medical assistants
- Documented patient information in EMR and prepared paperwork for medical staff.
- Patient care and billing
Surgical Technologist
11 Years 7 Months- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure optimal patient safety and procedural efficiency.
- Maintained inventory of surgical tools, ensuring proper sterilization and readiness for use.
- Supported surgeons during procedures by anticipating needs and providing necessary instruments promptly.
- Monitored patients' vital signs throughout surgical processes, contributing to patient care quality.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
Surgical Technologist
13 Years 7 MonthsEducation
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Skills
HIPAA compliance
Clinical leadership
Insurance verification and billing
Vital signs monitoring
Patient education and counseling
Scheduling and appointment management
Staff oversight
Professionalism and ethics
Critical thinking
Inventory and supply management
Electronic health records management
Infection control procedures
Medical terminology proficiency
EMR / EHR
Medical terminology knowledge
CPR
Laboratory maintenance
Sterile technique
Specimens collection and processing
Suture removal
Certification
Certified surgical technologist
CPR
C-PAM
Timeline
Lead Medical Assistant
Schweiger Dermatology Group
01.2019 - CurrentRead More
Surgical Technologist
Hudson Valley Ambulatory Surgery
01.2015 - 2016Read More
Surgical Technologist
The Dermatology Group
01.2013 - 2015Read More
Eastwick College
Associate of Science from Surgical Technology
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