Michele Jarvis
Valparaiso
Summary
Detail-oriented Medical Assistant experienced in HIPAA compliance, patient scheduling, and medical terminology. Coordinated patient care and maintained accurate medical records to enhance clinic operations and patient satisfaction. Improved clinic workflow through effective equipment sterilization, office administration, and payment collection.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Dr Michael Boxum, DO
Valparaiso, IN
03.2005 - Current
- Performed clinical tasks such as vital signs measurement and administering injections under physician supervision.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Assisted in patient intake and documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and follow-ups to optimize clinic workflow and enhance patient care.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication usage, improving understanding of health management.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Assisted with billing and coding processes, ensuring accurate insurance claims and patient invoicing.
Medical Assistant
DR. Rosenberg, MD
Hammond, IN
07.2003 - 03.2005
- Managed appointment scheduling to optimize physician's calendar and improve patient access to care.
- Collected detailed client medical history, including medications, symptoms, and allergies during appointments.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Assisted in patient intake process, ensuring accurate documentation and efficient workflow.
Medical Biller
Custom Data Services
Merrillville, IN
10.2001 - 05.2002
- Collected payments and applied to patient accounts.
- Posted payments and collections on a regular basis.
Assistant Manager
Speedway Gas Station
Hobart, IN
02.1997 - 10.2001
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety and service standards.
- Implemented inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Trained new staff on company policies, customer service techniques, and operational procedures.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, informing purchasing decisions and promotional strategies.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
Education
Medical Assistant - Medical
Olympia College
Merrillville, IN08-2003
High School Diploma -
Portage High School
Portage, IN06-1996
Skills
- Phlebotomy
- Laboratory specimen collection
- Medical billing and coding
- Patient scheduling
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Medical office administration
- Medical supply inventory
- Equipment sterilization
- Payment collection
- HIPAA compliance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- CPR
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Dr Michael Boxum, DO
03.2005 - Current
Medical Assistant
DR. Rosenberg, MD
07.2003 - 03.2005
Medical Biller
Custom Data Services
10.2001 - 05.2002
Assistant Manager
Speedway Gas Station
02.1997 - 10.2001
Medical Assistant - Medical
Olympia College
High School Diploma -
Portage High School