Amy Kathleen Walton
Prospective Graduate 2025 Student
Key Largo,FL
Summary
Attentive Medical Wellness Counselor & Director with experience in various care settings. Strong background in providing quality care to patients of wide range of ages and backgrounds. Proven track record of successfully assisting treating variety of chronic and acute medical conditions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
Work History
FitMed Nutrition Counselor & Medical Assistant
Medical Center Of Ocean Reef Club
2 2022 - Current
- Observe and document patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implement care plans & behavioral intervention for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Convey treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Administer medications, gather vitals, and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Facilitate therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Corrective Exercise Specialist
Ocean Reef Club
06.2019 - 02.2022
- Cultivating positive relationships with participants by interacting with members
- Assessing and motivating clients to achieve their personal fitness goals through developing and modifying routines
- Explain exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury
- Educated clients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments
- Integrated nutrition and exercise into lifestyle guidance for patients recovering from health conditions
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers to develop comprehensive care plans
Emergency Overnight Medical Assistant
Miller Medicine
06.2018 - 02.2021
- Preparing and administering medications and injections to alleviate patient symptoms or boost desired results
- Prepare patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes
- Assisting with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens including DOT collection process
- Explaining procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation
- Collecting and documenting patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight during triage, monitoring changes and communicating to physicians immediately
- Remaining calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time
- Evaluates, implements and designs tailored weight loss care plans specific to patient needs and concerns
Physical Therapy Aide
Atlantic Rehabilitation Center
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Performed modalities such as electrical stimulation, ultrasounds, matrix, myofascial release, Aeodine treatments, and spot massages to improve patient movement and functions
- Reviewed patient medical history and referral notes from other medical practitioners to understand health problems and suggest appropriate physiotherapy regimen to facilitate movement for daily activities
- Provided treatment to patients suffering from sports-related injuries such as concussions, tennis elbow, pulled hamstrings or ligament tears to prevent loss of sensitivity as well mobility
- Taught chronic pain management techniques to assist patients in managing pain, including exercise, stretching and manual therapy techniques
- Enhanced practice efficiency by completing basic administrative tasks such as answering calls, scheduling appointments, billing and verifying insurances and handling attorney records and requests
Biomedical Technician
Biotest Pharmaceuticals Corporation
08.2014 - 10.2015
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
- Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks along with triage approximately 40-60 times per day
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures
- Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories
- Accurately tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology & Health Science With Business Minor
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL 08.2011 - 12.2017
Volunteer Activities
- 2024 - Operation Dignity Medical Missions Trip in Iquitos, Peru, Volunteer
- 2023 - Present Sakara Lifestyle Holistic Meals, Wellness Representative
- 2023 - Present iCare Coral Reef Restoration Dive, Volunteer
- 2019 - Divers Against Debris, Volunteer
- 2019 - NOAH Shoreline Cleanup, Volunteer
- 2018 - Coral Reef Restoration Foundation, Volunteer
- 2021 Deadliest Catch 10 day Alaska Salmon Fishing Trip, Independent Contractor
- 2019 Missions Me 1N1D Leadership Medical Missions Trip in Arequipa, Peru, Volunteer
- 2015 International Medical Outreach UCF, Member
- 2014 Pre-Professional Medical Society UCF, Member
- 2013 Summer Base Camp Ministries Counselor, Volunteer
- 2012 Jr. Achievement Teaching Experience, Volunteer
- 2011 UCF Knights KiteBoarding Club, Member
- 2011 Health Science Program for Early Advanced Certified Nursing Assistant Program, Participant
- 2011 Health Occupations Students of America, Participant & Historian
- 2003-2011 VBS Summer Counselor, Volunteer
- 2010-2011 Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC), Cadet & Squad Leader
- 2010-2011 Summer Camp Volleyball Coach, Volunteer
Awards & Honors
- Ocean Reef Chambers of Commerce Scholarship Award, 2022
- Orlando Center Team Spirit Award Biotest Pharmaceuticals, 2015
- LEAD training for Management, 2012
- Central Academic Excellence Award, 2011
- Richard Buckingham Community Service Scholarship, 2011
- Florida Bright Futures Medallion Scholar, 2011
- WREC educational Foundation, Inc. Scholarship, 2011
- Health Occupation Students of America Professionals Competition Top Placement, 2011
- Navy Jr Reserve Officer Training Corps Most Improved Cadet of the Year Award, 2010
Certification
Medical Assistant Certified - NCCT
Timeline
Corrective Exercise Specialist
Ocean Reef Club
06.2019 - 02.2022
Emergency Overnight Medical Assistant
Miller Medicine
06.2018 - 02.2021
Physical Therapy Aide
Atlantic Rehabilitation Center
01.2016 - 01.2018
Biomedical Technician
Biotest Pharmaceuticals Corporation
08.2014 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Biology & Health Science With Business Minor
University of Central Florida
08.2011 - 12.2017
FitMed Nutrition Counselor & Medical Assistant
Medical Center Of Ocean Reef Club
2 2022 - Current
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