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Alyssa Meredith

Kendallville

Summary

Dynamic Certified Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Lutheran Health Physicians, excelling in patient assessment and medical record management. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and health education. Skilled in EKG administration and appointment scheduling, ensuring efficient operations and high patient satisfaction. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance and documentation accuracy.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant

Lutheran Health Physicians
Fort Wayne
11.2024 - Current
  • Collected and documented patient medical histories and vital signs.
  • Scheduled patient appointments and managed office correspondence.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of exam rooms and medical supplies.
  • Educated patients on medication usage and follow-up care instructions.
  • Coordinated communication between patients, doctors, and healthcare staff.
  • Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
  • Assessed, documented, and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Assisted with scheduling patient appointments and follow-up visits.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Home Health Aide

Hamilton Home Care
Hamilton
07.2024 - 02.2025
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
  • Monitored clients' health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to clients' dietary needs and preferences.
  • Administered medications as per prescribed schedules and guidelines.
  • Organized and maintained a clean, safe environment for clients at home.
  • Documented care activities and client progress in daily logs accurately.
  • Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
  • Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
  • Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
  • Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
  • Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
  • Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
  • Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.

Certified Medical Assistant

Parkview Health
Fort Wayne
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of exam rooms and medical supplies.
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Ross Medical Education Center
Fort Wayne, IN
02-2023

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medical record management
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • EKG administration
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Time management
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Customer service
  • Health education
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Patient scheduling
  • Telephone etiquette
  • Healthcare procedures
  • Electronic medical records

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant

Lutheran Health Physicians
11.2024 - Current

Home Health Aide

Hamilton Home Care
07.2024 - 02.2025

Certified Medical Assistant

Parkview Health
04.2020 - 04.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Ross Medical Education Center
Alyssa Meredith