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Amanda Mendoza

Honolulu,HI

Summary

Responsible Caregiver certified in Nurse Aide and highly experienced over 14-years career in healthcare. Seeking Medical Assistant position Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail. Commitment to providing optimal patient care while fine-tuning medical knowledge . Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills . Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Healthcare professional prepared to excel in endoscopy support roles. Experienced in providing vital assistance during endoscopic procedures and ensuring equipment is properly sterilized. Known for strong teamwork and reliability, adapting to changing needs and maintaining focus on high-quality patient care.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Endoscopy Technician

Straub Medical Center
04.2022 - 07.2025
  • Operated endoscopic equipment, ensuring optimal function and patient safety during procedures.
  • Assisted in preparing and positioning patients for various endoscopic examinations.
  • Maintained sterile environments by adhering to infection control protocols and regulations.
  • Collaborated with medical staff to streamline workflows, enhancing operational efficiency in procedures.
  • Conducted regular inventory assessments of endoscopic supplies, ensuring availability and compliance with standards.
  • Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Improved patient comfort during endoscopic procedures by providing attentive care and maintaining a calming environment.
  • Collaborated with physicians and nurses to develop individualized patient care plans focused on maximizing comfort and minimizing anxiety levels.
  • Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
  • Prepared patients for procedures to assist doctors, nurses and support staff.
  • Assisted physicians and nursing staff with various tasks and responsibilities during procedures.
  • Ensured timely completion of endoscopic procedures by effectively assisting physicians with scope insertions, biopsies, and polypectomies.
  • Reduced risk of infection through meticulous cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance of endoscopes and accessories.

Medical Assistant

Straub Medical Center
04.2022 - 07.2025
  • Administered patient assessments and collected vital signs to support clinical staff.
  • Assisted in scheduling appointments and managing patient flow for optimal clinic efficiency.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems, ensuring data integrity.
  • Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and preventive care strategies.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
  • Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
  • 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.
  • Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.

Caregiver

All Care Hawaii
10.2017 - 03.2020
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship up to 12 hours daily.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.

Private Caregiver

Independent Care
10.2013 - 09.2015
  • Recorded clients' progress to report necessary changes.
  • Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics at least 3 times daily.

Caregiver

The Arc In Hawaii
07.2011 - 09.2013
  • Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Coordinated and administered medications and organized healthcare appointments to maintain optimal client health 2-3 times weekly.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.

Education

Certification - Medical Assisting

Leeward Community College
Pearl City, HI
12.2021

Skills

  • Life-Saver Training
  • Client documentation
  • Community integration
  • Records maintenance
  • Collecting specimens
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Infection control procedures
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Simple Dressings
  • Monitoring Patient Progress
  • Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Patient bathing
  • Compassionate
  • Hospice Care
  • Patient-focused care
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Emptying catheter bags
  • Patient oral care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Measuring vital statistics
  • Sample and specimen collection
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Problem-Solving
  • Flexible endoscope use
  • Patient preparation
  • Measuring vital signs
  • Biopsy handling

Certification

  • CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - Current - November 2027
  • Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist, American Medical Billing Association - May 2021
  • First Aid Certification, American Red Cross - May 2025
  • OSHA 10-Hour Training - May 2021
  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - 2006

References

Furnished Upon Request

Education

other

Timeline

Endoscopy Technician

Straub Medical Center
04.2022 - 07.2025

Medical Assistant

Straub Medical Center
04.2022 - 07.2025

Caregiver

All Care Hawaii
10.2017 - 03.2020

Private Caregiver

Independent Care
10.2013 - 09.2015

Caregiver

The Arc In Hawaii
07.2011 - 09.2013

Certification - Medical Assisting

Leeward Community College

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