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ORTHOPEDIC MEDICAL ASSISTANT/ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN
Professional Summary

Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 3 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. Detail-oriented and knowledgeable Orthopedic Medical Assistant/Orthopedic Technician skilled at completing patient-facing and office-based tasks by applying strong multitasking and organizational abilities. Independent worker with extensive medical experience and fastidious nature dedicated to optimal patient care. Conversational English and Spanish abilities.

Skills
  • Simple dressings
  • Monitoring patient progress
  • Diagnostic equipment expertise
  • EMR / EHR
  • Medical office administration
  • Assisting with physical exams
  • Patient Management
  • Efficient and reliable team player
  • Patient-focused care
  • Orthopedic splints
Work History
Orthopedic Medical Assistant/Orthopedic Technician, 07/2020 to Current
Premier Orthopedic Of Orlando – Orlando, FL
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
  • Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
  • Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
  • Report significant information and changes in patient condition to nurse supervisor.
  • Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
  • Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
  • Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
  • Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Assisted physicians in follow-through of care.
  • Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
Orthopedic Medical Assistant, 02/2019 to 05/2020
La Colonia Medical Center – Hialeah, FL
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
  • Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
  • Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
  • Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.
  • Set up orthopedic fracture tables for casting procedures and applied variety of plaster and fiberglass casting, splints, braces, soft goods and skin and skeletal traction.
  • Assessed patient comfort related to cast and splints and assisted with comfort measures.
  • Prepared and passed instruments, sutures, and supplies needed in operative procedure and maintained correct count.
  • Decontaminated all equipment, instruments, and supplies and cleaned and stocked carts, rooms, and changed linen, as required.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Medical Student Volunteer, 12/2015 to 08/2016
Hospital Santo Thomas – Panama City, Panama
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Assisted patient medication administrations using various methods such as intravenous, intramuscular, oral, subcutaneous and pulmonary.
  • Participated in all scheduled rounds and teaching conferences.
  • Observed and recorded patient conditions by assessing vitals.
  • Collected data on patients, including labs and test results.
  • Reviewed patient files and records, including allergies, problems, medications and immunization statuses.
  • Administered specialized treatment for multiple patients daily.
  • Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
  • Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardized tests to check responses.
Education
Professional Certification: Medical Assistant/Phlebotomy, 06/2018
Florida National Institute - Hialeah, FL
Associate of Arts: Biomedical SciencesMiami Dade College - Miami, FL
Professional Certification: Registered Orthopedic Technician, 01/2021
ASOP
Associate of Arts: Biomedical Sciences, Expected in 08/2021
Valencia College - Orlando, FL
Certifications
  • Registered Orthopedic Technician.
  • Medical Assistant.
  • Phlebotomist
  • BLS
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Premier Orthopedic Of Orlando
  • La Colonia Medical Center
  • Hospital Santo Thomas

School Attended

  • Florida National Institute
  • Miami Dade College
  • ASOP
  • Valencia College

Job Titles Held:

  • Orthopedic Medical Assistant/Orthopedic Technician
  • Orthopedic Medical Assistant
  • Medical Student Volunteer

Degrees

  • Professional Certification : Medical Assistant/Phlebotomy , 06/2018
    Associate of Arts : Biomedical Sciences
    Professional Certification : Registered Orthopedic Technician , 01/2021
    Associate of Arts : Biomedical Sciences , Expected in 08/2021

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