Tabatha Walton
Chicago
Summary
Experienced Medical Assistant offering twenty years of experience in direct patient care and medical office management. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Pulmonary Associates
Chicago
12.2023 - Current
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Educated patients on the proper use of inhalers, nebulizers, and other medical devices.
Lead Certified Medical Assistant
Advocate Medical Group
Chicago
05.2018 - 12.2023
- Participated actively in continuing education programs relevant to my role as a Lead Medical Assistant.
- Assisted physicians with evaluating patient symptoms to identify the underlying causes of gastrointestinal issues.
- Assisted physicians during endoscopic procedures, colonoscopies, upper GI endoscopies, and other GI procedures.
- Instructed patients in proper medication administration techniques and post-treatment instructions.
Lead Certified Medical Assistant
Comer Children's Hospital/ Specialty Pediatrics
Chicago
04.2016 - 03.2018
- Provided emotional support to children during exams or treatments.
- Responded promptly to physician requests for charting information.
- Collected laboratory specimens according to established protocols.
- Administered vaccines, injections, and other treatments as directed by physicians.
Certified Medical Assistant
Rush University Medical Center/ Gyne Oncology
Chicago
03.2008 - 03.2016
- Provided administrative support to the oncology team, including scheduling appointments, entering data into EMR systems, and filing patient records.
- Moved patients between rooms and various departments for planned procedures.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning correctly prior to use during patient examinations or treatments.
- Performed preventative maintenance on sterilizers, including cleaning and lubricating components.
Medical Assistant
Mercy Family Health Center
Chicago
01.2004 - 02.2008
- I greeted and checked in patients for appointments.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor gynecological procedures.
- Filed insurance claims in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Reviewed and processed prior authorization requests according to insurance guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL06-2028
Medical Assistance -
Illinois School of Health Careers
Chicago, IL01.2004
High School Diploma -
Dunbar Career Academy High School
Chicago, IL06-2002
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Equipment sterilization
- Quick problem solver
- Insurance authorizations
- Patient care coordination
- Vital sign monitors
- Medical terminology
- Time management
- Supervision and leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
- CPR Certified
Accomplishments
- Employee of the month
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Pulmonary Associates
12.2023 - Current
Lead Certified Medical Assistant
Advocate Medical Group
05.2018 - 12.2023
Lead Certified Medical Assistant
Comer Children's Hospital/ Specialty Pediatrics
04.2016 - 03.2018
Certified Medical Assistant
Rush University Medical Center/ Gyne Oncology
03.2008 - 03.2016
Medical Assistant
Mercy Family Health Center
01.2004 - 02.2008
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Medical Assistance -
Illinois School of Health Careers
High School Diploma -
Dunbar Career Academy High School