Ameysha Smith
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Offering a detail-oriented approach and commitment to patient care, eager to learn and develop in a medical environment. Brings foundational understanding of medical terminology and electronic health records, with readiness to quickly acquire additional knowledge.
Knowledgeable certified medical assistant with exceptional background ove handling intensive clinical environments. Quality-driven and safety-oriented with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities. Experienced in collaborating across disciplines to support patient needs and enhance care.
Dedicated Medical Assistant skilled with technical, clerical and patient support. Strong interpersonal communication with talent effectively dealing with patients and staff alike. Detailed understanding of medical sector and regulatory obligations concerning it.
Compassionate Certified Medical Assistant adept at managing multiple tasks efficiently and effectively. Specialize in patient care coordination, medical record management, and clinical procedures. Utilize strong communication skills, empathy, and adaptability to enhance patient comfort and trust while supporting healthcare team objectives.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Carescope
Citrus Heights, CA, CA
08.2026 - Current
- Facilitated residents' personal care by assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, and daily hygiene to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Monitored resident comfort, safety, and changes in condition during shifts.
- Repositioned patients to support comfort and prevent pressure injuries.
- Protected patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
- Relayed patient needs to nursing staff promptly, ensuring timely responses and enhancing patient care.
- Provided meal and hydration support to residents, ensuring dietary needs were met and promoting overall wellness.
- Documented daily care activities in patient records and charts.
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
- Cleaned and organized patient rooms following Carescope care standards.
- Transported patients safely to appointments, tests, and treatment areas.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
Certified Medical Assistant
College Glen Urgent Care
Sacramento, CA
03.2026 - 08.2026
- Collected patient intake information and recorded vital signs at College Glen Urgent Care.
- Administered injections, vaccines, and routine specimen collections under provider direction.
- Assisted providers with procedures, wound care, and minor in-office treatments.
- Performed EKGs and basic diagnostic tests for urgent care assessments.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient histories, medications, and visit notes in electronic medical records.
- Coordinated patient flow, appointment scheduling, and checkout at College Glen Urgent Care.
- Communicated discharge instructions and follow-up guidance to patients and families.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Prepared exam rooms and sanitized equipment for urgent care patient visits.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Handled patient calls to provide assistance and relay information to relevant teams. promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
- Obtained urine samples from patients for drug screening and pregnancy testing.
Care partner
Carlton Senior Living
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Supported residents with daily living activities, improving their quality of life.
- Delivered compassionate companionship, enhancing emotional support and promoting social engagement.
- Monitored resident health and safety, promptly reporting changes to the nursing staff.
- Assisted with ambulation using proper body mechanics during transfers from bed, chair, and wheelchair.
- Encouraged independence while providing necessary support for activities of daily living.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly patients.
- Monitored resident comfort, safety, and behavioral changes during shifts.
- Assisted residents in developing self-care skills to promote independence. while assisting with activities of daily living.
Direct Service Provider
On My Own Independent Living Services
03.2019 - 10.2023
- Supported individuals in daily living activities, fostering independence and improving quality of life.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
- Supported patients with essential daily activities with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
Education
Certificate - Basic Life Support
National Career Education
Citrus Heights, CA 07.2025 - 05.2026
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical
National Career Education
Citrus Heights, CA 07.2025 - 05.2026
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR
- Direct patient care
- Data entry
- Immunization administration
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Patient care
- Vital signs
- Medical terminology
- Infection control
- Wound care
- EMR charting
- Appointment scheduling
- Medication administration
- Patient communication
- Specimen collection
- Medical record tracking
- Companionship and emotional support
- Patient care and safety
- Healthcare ethics
- Client documentation
- Electronic charting
- Basic life support
- Mobility assistance
- Computer literate
- Recording vital signs
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Carescope
08.2026 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
College Glen Urgent Care
03.2026 - 08.2026
Certificate - Basic Life Support
National Career Education
07.2025 - 05.2026
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical
National Career Education
07.2025 - 05.2026
Care partner
Carlton Senior Living
10.2023 - 07.2024
Direct Service Provider
On My Own Independent Living Services
03.2019 - 10.2023