Medical Assistant Student Externship resume example with 1+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
Home: (555) 432-1000
Cell:
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Professional Summary
Attentive Medical Assistant excited to bring 2 years of experience in patient care to growing clinic. Highly accomplished in quickly building rapport with patients, performing assessments and using clinical skills to treat patients. Committed to working as part of larger team to deliver high-quality care to diverse patient populations.
Skill Highlights
Calm and level-headed under duress
Quick problem solver
Detail-oriented
Charting expertise
Patient Scheduling
Data Entry (30WPM )
Medical terminology knowledge
HIPAA compliance
Understands medical procedures
Taking Patient Vitals
Proper sterilization techniques
Venipuncture and phlebotomy
EKG set up and monitoring
Wound care and irrigation
Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
Professional bedside manner
Certifications
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) 2016-Present
First Aid & CPR Certification for Healthcare Providers 2016-Present
Work Experience
Medical Assistant / Student Externship, 08/2016 to 11/2016 Catholic Health Initiative – Sherwood, AR,
Performed front desk duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, greeting patients and ordering supplies
Checked patients in, collected and verified insurance information, compiled new patient forms and updated patient files
Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including but not limited to EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests
Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions
Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations
Cleaned, restocked and prepared exam rooms and medical equipment
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions
Ensured patient services were entered in records with high accuracy
Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families
Patient Care Assistant, 02/2017 to 11/2017 Cancer Treatment Centers Of America – Gilbert, AZ,
Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs to aid physicians with patient care planning
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding to promote proper patient nutrition
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising
Ambulate patients with appropriate assistive devices and in line with proper body mechanics
Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests
Prevented infection and cClaire-contamination by cleaning and sanitizing rooms and equipment using aseptic technique
Optimized patient satisfaction, assisting senior leadership with medical procedures while explaining all exams and processes
Facilitated flow of patients through facility by accurately transferring and discharging patients in appropriate systems
Contributed to unit improvements by providing cost-effective care in line with performance targets
Patient Care Technician, 07/2019 to 01/2020 Fresenius Kidney Care Uvalde – City, STATE,
Inspected equipment and conducted safety checks on equipment and instruments to maintain high-quality control standards.
Primed dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions and followed formula directions when preparing dialysate.
Transported patients from rooms and prepared for treatments.
Eased patients' anxiety by explaining dialysis procedures and dialysis machine operations.
Took and documented patients' vital statistics, including temperature, blood pressure and pulse and respiration rates, before and after dialysis treatment.
Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Collected lab specimens in adherence with safety protocols for patient tests.
Improved patient care, safety and compliance by partnering with nurses.
Performed routine sterilization, cleaning, and maintenance of hemodialysis machines and equipment.
Sustained hemodialysis workflow by inventorying and restocking needed equipment and supplies.
Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families and staff in other departments.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: Public, Expected in 1995 Uvalde High School - Uvalde, TX GPA:
: Clinical Medical Assistant/Phlebotomy, Expected in 11/2016 Southwest Texas Junior College - Uvalde, TX, GPA:
National Healthcareer Association Certified
Workforce Training and Education Certified
3.8 GPA
Coursework in Medical Assisting and Phlebotomy Technology
Coursework in Anatomy, Physiology and Health Assessments
Completed continuing education in Veinaputure/ Specimen Collection / Medical Billing
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