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CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Professional Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 10 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Skills
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Work History
Certified Medical Assistant, 01/2011 to Current
College Of St Benedict/St Johns University – Collegeville , MN
College Of St Benedict/St Johns University – Collegeville , MN
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Documented vital signs and health history for multiple physicians and multiple specialty clinic 50-60 patients daily.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Prepared swabs, urine, stool and sputum lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
CNA, 05/2010 to 12/2010
Presbyterian Homes & Services – Pewaukee , WI
Presbyterian Homes & Services – Pewaukee , WI
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Participated in fun activities, including games and music with patients each to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
Certified Nursing Assistant, 03/2006 to 05/2010
Rwj Barnabas – Linden , NJ
Rwj Barnabas – Linden , NJ
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding long term care patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Cared for average of 50 patients per day in long term care / rehab to home facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
- Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
Associate of Science: Medical Assisting, 12/2010
Kaplan University - City
Kaplan University - City
- Graduated summa cum laude
High School Diploma: 05/1996
Benton Community Senior High School - City, State
Benton Community Senior High School - City, State
Certifications
- First Aid/CPR Certified
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School Attended
- Kaplan University
- Benton Community Senior High School
Job Titles Held:
- Certified Medical Assistant
- CNA
- Certified Nursing Assistant
Degrees
- Associate of Science : Medical Assisting , 12/2010
High School Diploma : 05/1996
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