TAKORCIA NICHOLAS, NRCMA
11888 Longridge Avenue │ Baton Rouge, LA 70816 │ 225-312-6693 │takorcianicholas29@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Productive and accountable medical professional with 3+ years of experience working within the healthcare industry as a
flexible team player who is dependable and always eager to learn new things. Easily assimilates to changes and able to
work independently with little to no supervision.
 Knowledgeable with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
 Typing Speed: 46 words per minute.
 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR)
 Member of National Association of Healthcare Providers.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Medical Administrative Assistant ▪ Medical Terminology ▪ Patient Processing ▪ Patient Registration
Medical Billing ▪ Medical Records Management ▪ Release of Information
HIPAA Compliance ▪ Anatomy & Physiology
Electronic Health Records ▪ EHR / EMR ▪ Greenway ▪ Computer Information Systems
Medical Transcription ▪ Office Accounting ▪ MS Office / MS Word
Medical Laws & Ethics ▪ Path Physiology for Medical Office ▪ Principles of Management
CERTIFICATIONS
Working towards Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (CMAA)
EDUCATION
Ultimate Medical Academy
 Health Science – Medical Administrative Assistant Associate of Science Degree, 2016
Enhanced knowledge base included: Research and Writing Skills, Analyzing and Solving Issues, Business
Communications, Accounting for Managers, Biology, and Sociology
Ultimate Medical Academy
 Diploma – Medical Administrative Assistant, 2013
Comprehensive Training Included:
 Schedule and confirm appointments in assisted living facilities, doctor offices, healthcare clinics, hospitals,
and organizations that offer medical records services.
 Maintain medical charts and electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) systems.
Obtain insurance authorizations for procedures, gather medical histories, and collect payments.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Comprehensive Pain Management – Baton Rouge, LA 2016 – Present
Certified Medical Assistant (Clinical)
 Obtains patient medical history and evaluated patient vital signs: blood pressure, temperature, respiratory rate,
pulse, and weight.
 Greets patients in a friendly and positive manner as a direct contact representing the organization.
 Completes patient medical records accurately and updates medical records accordingly.
 Stocks and maintains supply inventory and cleanliness of examination rooms.
 Takes initiative to assist co-workers and clinic staff to facilitate a smooth flow of activities within the clinic.
New Transitions Health Center – Baton Rouge, LA 2014 – 2015
Mental Health Technician
 Monitored patient activity and reported unusual mental and physical status changes to the medical staff.
 Assisted in distributing meals to patients throughout the day.
 Worked alongside licensed staff to implement and revise individual patient treatment plans and goals.
 Helped implement ICANotes electronic health records system (EHR).
The Physician’s Care Center – Baton Rouge, LA 2013 – 2013
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
 Accompanied patient to exam rooms, obtained medical history and vital signs, and assisted physician with
examination and various procedures.
 Performed front office duties such as answering phones and scheduling appointments.
 Verified and processed insurance and billing transactions.
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    TAKORCIA NICHOLAS, NRCMA 11888Longridge Avenue │ Baton Rouge, LA 70816 │ 225-312-6693 │takorcianicholas29@gmail.com PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Productive and accountable medical professional with 3+ years of experience working within the healthcare industry as a flexible team player who is dependable and always eager to learn new things. Easily assimilates to changes and able to work independently with little to no supervision.  Knowledgeable with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.  Typing Speed: 46 words per minute.  Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR)  Member of National Association of Healthcare Providers. KEY QUALIFICATIONS Medical Administrative Assistant ▪ Medical Terminology ▪ Patient Processing ▪ Patient Registration Medical Billing ▪ Medical Records Management ▪ Release of Information HIPAA Compliance ▪ Anatomy & Physiology Electronic Health Records ▪ EHR / EMR ▪ Greenway ▪ Computer Information Systems Medical Transcription ▪ Office Accounting ▪ MS Office / MS Word Medical Laws & Ethics ▪ Path Physiology for Medical Office ▪ Principles of Management CERTIFICATIONS Working towards Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (CMAA) EDUCATION Ultimate Medical Academy  Health Science – Medical Administrative Assistant Associate of Science Degree, 2016 Enhanced knowledge base included: Research and Writing Skills, Analyzing and Solving Issues, Business Communications, Accounting for Managers, Biology, and Sociology Ultimate Medical Academy  Diploma – Medical Administrative Assistant, 2013 Comprehensive Training Included:  Schedule and confirm appointments in assisted living facilities, doctor offices, healthcare clinics, hospitals, and organizations that offer medical records services.  Maintain medical charts and electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) systems. Obtain insurance authorizations for procedures, gather medical histories, and collect payments. WORK EXPERIENCE Comprehensive Pain Management – Baton Rouge, LA 2016 – Present Certified Medical Assistant (Clinical)  Obtains patient medical history and evaluated patient vital signs: blood pressure, temperature, respiratory rate, pulse, and weight.  Greets patients in a friendly and positive manner as a direct contact representing the organization.  Completes patient medical records accurately and updates medical records accordingly.  Stocks and maintains supply inventory and cleanliness of examination rooms.  Takes initiative to assist co-workers and clinic staff to facilitate a smooth flow of activities within the clinic. New Transitions Health Center – Baton Rouge, LA 2014 – 2015 Mental Health Technician  Monitored patient activity and reported unusual mental and physical status changes to the medical staff.  Assisted in distributing meals to patients throughout the day.  Worked alongside licensed staff to implement and revise individual patient treatment plans and goals.  Helped implement ICANotes electronic health records system (EHR). The Physician’s Care Center – Baton Rouge, LA 2013 – 2013 Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)  Accompanied patient to exam rooms, obtained medical history and vital signs, and assisted physician with examination and various procedures.  Performed front office duties such as answering phones and scheduling appointments.  Verified and processed insurance and billing transactions.