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MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Medical Professional offering 15 years in direct patient care and medical office experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction by ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to practice standards. Documented ability to cultivate trust and rapport with patients and maintain strong relationships. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families and other healthcare professionals.
Skills
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Professional bedside manner
- Quick problem solver
- Communicating with patient families
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Wound care and irrigation
- Catheter change and preparation
- EKG set up and monitoring
- General housekeeping ability
- Preparing specimens and samples
- Respiratory equipment training
- Able to lift 50 pounds
Education and Training
Diploma / Medical AssistantsEverest CollegeCityMedical Assisting, 03/2008
Experience
Comprehensive Community Health CentersMedical Assistant | Sunland , CA05/2018 to Current
- Prepared patients for examinations, taking vital signs and updating medical histories.
- Selected equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination.
- Performed front desk duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, greeting patients and ordering supplies.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
- Reviewed treatment sheets for consistency, completeness and accuracy.
- Prepared, stained, cover slipped and catalogued cytology specimens.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
- Supported functions for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, including setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatuses.
- Tracked and managed inventory for exam rooms and maintained vaccine and expiration logs.
- Tested and repaired medical testing equipment to maintain safety and accuracy.
Central Lakes CollegeCaregiver | Circle Pines , MN01/2018 to 01/2020
- Delivered high-quality, geriatric care to private client.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Transported patients to and from medical, dental and personal care appointments.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces.
- Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Worked with supervisory medical staff to review cases and improve care.
Comprehensive Community Health CentersMedical Assistant | Los Angeles , CA02/2010 to 05/2018
- Experienced in front and back offices, controlling patient flow, collecting payments and assisting in delivery of quality healthcare.
- Prepared patients for examinations, taking vital signs and updating medical histories.
- Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
- Trained patients on how to properly operate medical equipment.
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort prior to procedures.
- Prepared, stained, cover slipped and catalogued cytology specimens.
- Monitored patient hemodynamic status during procedures using electrocardiograms.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Supported functions for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, including setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatuses.
- Sterilized medical equipment after each procedure.
- Monitored medical supply levels to confirm sufficient stock, promptly placing replenishment orders before depletion.
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Resume Overview
School Attended
- Everest College
Job Titles Held:
- Medical Assistant
- Caregiver
Degrees
- Diploma / Medical Assistants
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