Alexandria C. Edwards
Covington
Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 9 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant Level 3
Northside Duluth Breast Specialist (Northside Duluth Hospital)
12.2022 - Current
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Medical Assistant
Buford Family Practice – Urgent Care
11.2012 - 11.2022
- Appointment Scheduling – E-Clinical Works (EMR)
- Send patient prescriptions using E-Prescribe
- Manage medical records using EMR
- Audit patient charts for insurance submissions
- Triage patients before exams
- Safely collect and handle blood specimens for lab
- Assist with medical procedures
- Collect and process payments & Verify insurance
Server
Cheesecake Factory
11.2012 - 07.2014
- Examine trays to ensure that they contain required items.
- Place food servings on plates or trays according to orders or instructions.
- Monitor food distribution, ensuring that meals are delivered to the correct recipients and that guidelines, such as those for special diets, are followed.
- Load trays with accessories such as eating utensils, napkins, or condiments.
- Clean or sterilize dishes, kitchen utensils, equipment, or facilities.
Medical Assistant Externship
Total Care Family Medicine & Surgical Care
07.2013 - 09.2013
- Provided support for physicians and office operations
- Prepared exam room and instruments
- Prepared patients for exams and treatments
- Collected patient’s vital signs and history
- Performed injects and assist with lab testing
- Maintained inventory and equipment sterilization
- Assisted with scheduling of tests/treatments
- Screened calls for physician referrals
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Gwinnett College
Lawrenceville, GA08.2021
Associate degree - Allied Health Science
South University
Savannah, GA06.2018
Medical Assistant Diploma - undefined
Everest Institute
06.2013
Skills
- Medical office administration
- Phlebotomy
- Intake control
- Communicating with patient's family
- Scheduling
- Taking Vitals
- Problem Solving
- Compassion and Empathy for patient's and family members
Accomplishments
- Recognized for outstanding dedication to patient care.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Certified Phlebotomist, Everest Institute; Norcross, GA, January 2013
Timeline
Medical Assistant Level 3
Northside Duluth Breast Specialist (Northside Duluth Hospital)
12.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant Externship
Total Care Family Medicine & Surgical Care
07.2013 - 09.2013
Medical Assistant
Buford Family Practice – Urgent Care
11.2012 - 11.2022
Server
Cheesecake Factory
11.2012 - 07.2014
Medical Assistant Diploma - undefined
Everest Institute
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Gwinnett College
Associate degree - Allied Health Science
South University
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