Akira Wright
lancaster,CA
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable healthcare professional with experience at Helping Hands Inc. Skilled in patient care, vital sign monitoring, and appointment scheduling. Proven ability to enhance patient well-being through engaging interactions and effective communication. Committed to maintaining high health standards and optimizing patient experiences in clinical settings. all always willing to learn more and expand my knowledge.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Sitter/Psychiatric Aide
Helping Hands Inc
03.2017 - 2020
- Observed and reported changes in patient behavior to healthcare team.
- Maintained clean and organized patient environments to promote health standards.
- Supported mobility needs of patients, ensuring safe transitions within facilities.
- Engaged patients in conversations to alleviate anxiety and enhance well-being.
- Increased patient morale through engaging conversation and companionship throughout their hospital stay.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, assisting with daily activities such as feeding, bathing, and personal hygiene.
- Engaged patient in appropriate stimulation activities and physical activity.
Caregiver
IHHS
04.2020 - 2024
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Medical Assistant Trainee
San Joaquin Valley Community College
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Collected and documented vital signs, organized exam rooms, and supported instructors during clinical demonstrations.
- gained hands-on practice with EKGs, injections, and venipuncture under instructor supervision in the lab.
- Learned medical. documentation processes through electronic health record (EHR) classroom simulations.
- strengthened patient communication and interpersonal skills through role-play activities and interactive lab practice.
Clinical Medical Assistant Extern
Lancaster Urgent Care
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Managed appointment scheduling and maintained organized patient records.
- Coordinated laboratory tests, ensuring timely processing and follow-up results.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe clinical environment.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
- Performed phlebotomy procedures, skillfully collecting blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- prepared exam rooms, sanitized equipment, and ensured readiness for walk-in and emergency patient visits.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Optimized appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer any questions.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Park Maintenance Aide
City of Lancaster
05.2020 - 2022
- Upheld cleanliness standards within facilities by diligently maintaining common areas such as restrooms, hallways, break rooms, and meeting spaces.
- Conducted periodic testing on fire alarm systems, contributing to a safe working environment for all occupants within the building premises.
- Managed custodial duties including sweeping floors, cleaning windows and surfaces regularly which resulted in an immaculate workplace.
- Maintained aesthetic appeal of the property through regular groundskeeping tasks such as lawn mowing, trimming, and waste removal.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations that required immediate attention or repairs, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Assisted with inventory management, ensuring availability of necessary parts and tools for ongoing maintenance needs.
- Organized storage areas and tool rooms to keep areas safe and fully stocked.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
San Joaquin Valley Community College
Lancaster, CA06-2025
Skills
- patient care & intake vital vital signs
- appointment scheduling, patient registration and chart
- front office operations
- venipuncture/ Phlebotomy
- blood glucose testing and basic lab procedures
- exam room preparation
- Electronic health records
- Specimens collection and processing
- Adaptable
- Patient feeding
- EMR / EHR
- Time management
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- HIPPAA
- CPR/BLS
- venipuncture/injections
Timeline
Medical Assistant Trainee
San Joaquin Valley Community College
02.2025 - 07.2025
Clinical Medical Assistant Extern
Lancaster Urgent Care
02.2025 - 07.2025
Park Maintenance Aide
City of Lancaster
05.2020 - 2022
Caregiver
IHHS
04.2020 - 2024
Patient Sitter/Psychiatric Aide
Helping Hands Inc
03.2017 - 2020
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
San Joaquin Valley Community College