Amy Gowan
Bremerton,WASHINGTON
Summary
Skilled Clinical Instructor excited to bring track record of success in developing education programs, curricula consistent with accreditation standards and lessons incorporating instructional technology. Accomplished in advising students and helping select appropriate courses to fit ultimate career goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant/Cardiac Monitor Technician
Pulse Heart Institute
Tacoma, WA
10.2023 - Current
- Performed quality control checks on all cardiac monitoring equipment used in the facility.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as nurses, physicians, or technicians to provide optimal care for patients.
- Communicated effectively with patients to explain the purpose of the test and answer any questions they may have had about it.
- Assisted with stress tests, holter monitors, pacemaker checks and other diagnostic procedures as needed.
Medical Assistant
Virginia Mason Franciscan Healthcare
Silverdale, WA
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Prepared rooms for patients undergoing cardiac testing by ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked and readily available.
- Compiled comprehensive reports of patient's cardiac activity during testing or monitoring periods.
Medical Assistant Instructor
Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA
04.2017 - 09.2020
- Provided individual instruction on topics such as anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, medical terminology, and laboratory procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and grades for each student enrolled in the program.
- Scheduled regular review sessions to ensure that all students understand course material prior to examinations.
- Instructed students in the use of computerized diagnostic equipment and software applications relevant to the field of medicine.
Medical Assistant
The Doctors Clinic
Silverdale, WA
12.2015 - 12.2016
- Trained new medical assistants in clinic protocols and procedures.
- Collaborated closely with office staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients and healthcare team members.
- Provided outstanding customer service to patients both in-person and over the phone.
Medical Assistant
Jefferson Healthcare Medical Center
Port Townsend, WA
12.2012 - 12.2015
- Disinfected reusable instruments between uses using appropriate sterilization techniques.
- Performed cystoscope procedures by assisting the physician with patient preparation and instrumentation.
- Operated various medical equipment such as endoscopes, lasers, cautery units, suction devices.
- Observed sterile technique when preparing instruments for use in urology procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH06-2020
Associate of Arts - General Education
Lewis And Clark Community College
Godfrey, IL06-2019
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Sanford Brown College
Collinsville, IL10-2010
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Quality reporting
- iRhythm Software Proficiency
- Training & Development
- Troubleshooting
- PPE use
- EKG certified
- First Aid/CPR
- Classroom Instruction
- Educational Support
- Lesson Planning
- Computer Skills
Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant
- BLS
Timeline
Medical Assistant/Cardiac Monitor Technician
Pulse Heart Institute
10.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Virginia Mason Franciscan Healthcare
01.2021 - 05.2023
Medical Assistant Instructor
Clover Park Technical College
04.2017 - 09.2020
Medical Assistant
The Doctors Clinic
12.2015 - 12.2016
Medical Assistant
Jefferson Healthcare Medical Center
12.2012 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Arts - General Education
Lewis And Clark Community College
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Sanford Brown College
- Certified Medical Assistant
- BLS
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