Kristen Ledogar
Bowling Green
Summary
Registered Medical Assistant with expertise in HIPAA compliance and patient education, previously at Med Center Health Orthopedics. Excelled in procedure assistance and inventory management, enhancing operational efficiency by 20%. Cultivated strong patient relationships through effective communication, ensuring quality care and trust. Proficient in phlebotomy, medication administration, and surgical assistance with minor office procedures, committed to maintaining a sterile and organized clinical environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Med Center Health Orthopedics
01.2022 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing, and scanning documents.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing the operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Supported physicians during examinations and minor procedures actively.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
Medical Assistant
Self Employment Specialists
Bowling Green
05.2017 - 01.2022
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-ups effectively.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Coordinated transportation to appointments and social activities for clients.
- Educated families on caregiving techniques and best practices for client care.
- Administered medication as prescribed by physicians in accordance with state regulations.
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse, and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Transported patients to medical, dental, and personal care appointments.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
Medical Assistant, Surgical Coordinator
HCA, Greenview Specialty Associates
01.2011 - 05.2017
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Took pre-operative orders from surgeons and anesthesiologists for smooth operation planning.
- Educated patients about surgeries and provided treatment plan documentation.
- Obtained pre-authorizations and pre-certifications ahead of scheduled surgeries.
- Verified insurance coverage and obtained pre-authorizations.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Marric College of Medical Careers
San Diego, CA05-1998
High School Diploma -
Bowling Green High School
Bowling Green05-1994
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Phlebotomy, injections
- Procedure assistance, sterile technique
- Specimen collection and processing
- Medical supply inventory
- Orthopedic splints and casts
- Inventory management
- Medication administration
- Patient education
- Prioritizing stat orders
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Med Center Health Orthopedics
01.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Self Employment Specialists
05.2017 - 01.2022
Medical Assistant, Surgical Coordinator
HCA, Greenview Specialty Associates
01.2011 - 05.2017
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Marric College of Medical Careers
High School Diploma -
Bowling Green High School