Melinda Lederer
SHOREWOOD
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with background in medical assisting, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient care, medical record keeping, and clinical procedures. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient experiences and seamless support to healthcare teams. PC proficient and EMR knowledge including All Scripts and Epic.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Duly Health and Care
01.2018 - Current
- Performs extraordinary patient care as a Certified Medical Assistant, including but not limited to taking patient medical histories, updating the medication list, taking vital signs, performing EKGs, refilling medications, scheduling appointments, and testing within Duly Health and Care, as well as specialty procedures with hospital staff, assisting providers in the management of CardioMems heart failure patients, front office duties, and assisting patients through telephone.
CMA
Advanced Urology Associates
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided patient care and assisted the provider in various sterile procedures.
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose monitoring, following established protocols.
CMA
Advocate Medical Group
01.2014 - 09.2017
- Company Overview: Allergy and Immunology.
- Performed skin tests, injections, and patient care, along with telephone and computer duties.
- (Allergy and Immunology)
- Maintained accurate patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Administered injections per physician orders while adhering to all safety guidelines.
CMA
The Center for Family Medicine
06.2013 - 01.2014
- Efficiently handled administrative duties, including billing, bookkeeping, and direct patient care.
- Maintained accurate patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations pertaining to patient safety.
CMA
Advanced Allergy and Asthma Clinic
12.2012 - 06.2013
- Ensured optimal patient care, including skin testing, injections, allergen mixing, and maintaining sanitation standards and cleanliness within facilities.
Education
CMA certification -
AAMA
11-2012
Associates degree - Applied Science, Medical Assisting
Rasmussen College
Romeoville, IL09.2012
Skills
- Treatment setup
- Insurance confirmation
- Sample collection procedures
- Clinical applications
- HIPAA protocols
- Time management
- Patient education
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital sign monitoring
- Telephone etiquette
- Attention to detail
- Patient documentation
- Workflow organization
- Multitasking and organization
- Medical terminology
- Healthcare procedures
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Duly Health and Care
01.2018 - Current
CMA
Advanced Urology Associates
09.2017 - 01.2018
CMA
Advocate Medical Group
01.2014 - 09.2017
CMA
The Center for Family Medicine
06.2013 - 01.2014
CMA
Advanced Allergy and Asthma Clinic
12.2012 - 06.2013
CMA certification -
AAMA
Associates degree - Applied Science, Medical Assisting
Rasmussen College