Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Dietary Assistant
Schofield Residence
Buffalo, NY
01.2022 - 03.2023
Assisted in the preparation of food items according to standardized recipes and menus.
Ensured proper portioning, plating, garnishing, and presentation of meals.
Adhered to all established safety and sanitation standards when handling food items.
Monitored temperatures of prepared foods to ensure safe storage and consumption.
Operated kitchen equipment such as mixers, grinders, slicers, steamers, ovens, and blenders.
Provided assistance with tray assembly for patients or other customers as necessary.
Participated in menu planning activities by suggesting new ideas or recipes based on customer preferences.
Recorded meal counts accurately to ensure accurate billing records are maintained.
Performed daily cleaning duties including washing dishes, sweeping floors, sanitizing surfaces and emptying garbage cans.
Assisted in monitoring patient diets per physician orders or nutritionist recommendations.
PCA
Aftercare Nursing Services
Buffalo, NY
02.2020 - 06.2022
Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.
Assisted clients with medication management by reminding them to take medications on time as prescribed by the doctor.
Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse rate for clients under medical care.
Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.
Accompanied clients to doctor's appointments and outings when necessary.
Collaborated with family members and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient's needs.
Provided emotional support and companionship to elderly clients experiencing loneliness or depression.
Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by the physician or dietitian.
Assisted patients with recreational activities such as reading books or playing board games.
Gave reminders about hygiene practices like brushing teeth or combing hair.
Administered medications orally or topically as directed by physician orders.
Answered questions from family members regarding patient's condition or care plan.
Cook
Keybank center
Buffalo, NY
11.2021 - 03.2022
Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
Cook
Canalside
Buffalo, NY
06.2020 - 08.2021
Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.