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Synovia Simmons

Charleston

Summary

Registered Medical Assistant that is a quick learner with over 5 years of patient care experience striving to bring a professional approach to the company. A dependable, hard-working team player that will brighten up the office and make sure the patient and physicians needs are exceeded.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Novant Medical Group
09.2020 - Current
  • Performed phlebotomy including venipuncture and capillary puncture
  • Updated ATHENA with vitals, medications, allergies, and lab results
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Performed EKG
  • Assisted in minor procedures
  • Performed venipuncture
  • Measured accurate vital signs
  • Recorded patient history

Registered Medical Assistant

UCI Medical Affiliates
02.2018 - 09.2020
  • Completed thorough chart reviews to ensure proper documentation of all pertinent medical information.
  • Performed phlebotomy including venipuncture and capillary puncture
  • Updated CERNER with vitals, medications, allergies, and lab results
  • Performed EKG.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.

Caregiver

Merrill Gardens
12.2018 - 06.2020
  • Fax over medication orders to the pharmacy
  • Administer medications to patients
  • Take vitals
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities including bathing, grooming, and meals.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.

Medical Assisting Externship

Charleston Cancer Center
07.2017 - 08.2017
  • Checked patients in and out, verified insurance, collected co-payments, scheduled appointments
  • Triaged patients taking and documenting vital signs
  • Performed phlebotomy including venipuncture and capillary puncture
  • Updated EMR with vitals, medications, allergies, and lab results
  • Performed EKG's.

Education

High school diploma or GED -

Certificate - Medical Assisting

Southeastern Institute
North Charleston, SC
08.2017

Skills

  • Taking vitals
  • Phlebotomy
  • Performing lab tests such as urinalysis and strep tests
  • Administering intramuscular and subcutaneous injections
  • Performing TB tests
  • CPR certified
  • Handling a variety of tasks at one time in a fast paced environment
  • Maintaining professionalism even in times of turmoil, or troublesome patients
  • Completing tasks efficiently and always being focused
  • A wide variety of customer service experience
  • Knowledge of medical billing and coding such as ICD-9, ICD-10 and CPT
  • Computer skills including: Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Telephone etiquette, including knowledge of routing systems and multiple line phone systems
  • Knowledge of electronic and paper filling
  • Vital Signs
  • Injections

Certification

  • RMA, 08/01/17, Present
  • CCMA, 07/01/19, 08/01/21
  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
  • CPR/First Aid
  • CPR, Present
  • First Aid
  • Driver's license
  • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)

Personal Information

  • Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
  • Title: Registered Medical Assistant- TENET HEALTHCARE

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Novant Medical Group
09.2020 - Current

Caregiver

Merrill Gardens
12.2018 - 06.2020

Registered Medical Assistant

UCI Medical Affiliates
02.2018 - 09.2020

Medical Assisting Externship

Charleston Cancer Center
07.2017 - 08.2017

High school diploma or GED -

Certificate - Medical Assisting

Southeastern Institute
Synovia Simmons