Certified Medical Assistant Resume Example University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

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

Electronic health records
Infection Control
First Aid/CPR
Organization
Wound Care
HIV/AIDS training
Direct Patient Care
Inventory and Supply Management

Monitoring patient progress
Communications
MS Office
Medication/Vaccine Administration
Outpatient care
Supporting personal needs
Simple dressings

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant, 01/2011 to Current
University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics – Iowa City, Iowa

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
Summit Pointe Senior Living – Marion, CA

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
Heritage Specialty Care – Cedar Rapids, IA

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 - Cedar Rapids, IA

Graduated summa cum laude

High School Diploma: 05/1996
Benton Community Senior High School - Van Horne, IA

Certifications

First Aid/CPR Certified

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
Summit Pointe Senior Living
Heritage Specialty Care

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

Certified Medical Assistant Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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