Cherel McDonald
Phoenix
Summary
Lead Medical Assistant with a proven record in supervising medical assistance teams and enhancing workflow efficiency. Skilled in patient assessments, managing medical supplies, and training staff on protocols and electronic health records. Committed to improving patient care and team performance through effective communication and quality assurance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Medical Assistant
Oak Street Health
Chicago
10.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of medical assistance team and ensured workflow efficiency.
- Assisted in patient examinations, performing vital signs and collecting medical histories.
- Trained new staff on protocols, procedures, and use of electronic health records systems.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and ensured availability for clinical procedures.
Medical Assistant
Methodist Physician Group
Gary
01.2020 - 12.2022
Medical Assistant
Chest Physician Associates
Munster
01.2020 - 12.2020
Medical Assistant
North Shore Heath Centers
Hammond
01.2018 - 12.2020
Medical Assistant
Oak Center
Oak Forest
01.2016 - 12.2018
Medical Assistant
Excellent Medical Associates
Orland Park
01.2013 - 12.2016
Teacher’s Aide
Echo Learning Institute
Calumet City
01.2010 - 12.2012
Education
Medical Assistant Diploma -
Westwood College
Calumet City, IL01-2010
High School Diploma -
Thornwood H.S.
South Holland, IL01-2008
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs assessment
- Phlebotomy expertise
- Diagnostic testing assistance
- EHR management
- Patient scheduling
- Clinical flow management
- Quality assurance
- Staff development
- Team leadership
- Clinical leadership
- Effective communication
Clinical Highlights
Recorded and input extensive daily data entries to maintain accuracy of patients’ charts and information., Prepared rooms for women and men check-ups by assuring medical equipment is orderly and patient area is sanitary., Physically arranged/maintained clients’ files at care center for rapid yet confidential access if/when necessary., Documenting chart information in EMR and with M.D permission sending/calling in medication prescriptions., Pricked patients’ finger to draw blood during assessment process; conduct interviews, record vital signs., Verified or recorded identity of patient/donor while conversing with patient/donor to alleviate any anxiety or address any concerns about venipuncture procedure or any additional concerns that the patient may have., Assembled equipment such as tourniquet, needles (disposable containers for needles), blood collection devices, gauze and alcohol on work tray according to requirements for specified evaluations or procedures., Applied tourniquet to patients’ arm, locates accessible vein, swabs puncture area with antiseptic and insert needle into vein to draw blood into collection tube or bag using safe and skilled venipuncture techniques.
Timeline
Lead Medical Assistant
Oak Street Health
10.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Methodist Physician Group
01.2020 - 12.2022
Medical Assistant
Chest Physician Associates
01.2020 - 12.2020
Medical Assistant
North Shore Heath Centers
01.2018 - 12.2020
Medical Assistant
Oak Center
01.2016 - 12.2018
Medical Assistant
Excellent Medical Associates
01.2013 - 12.2016
Teacher’s Aide
Echo Learning Institute
01.2010 - 12.2012
Medical Assistant Diploma -
Westwood College
High School Diploma -
Thornwood H.S.