Angel Waddoups
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
Dynamic Medical Assistant with extensive experience at the University of Utah Orthopaedic Center, skilled in patient scheduling and clinical documentation. Proven ability to enhance patient flow and safety while fostering strong relationships through compassionate care. Adept at implementing HIPAA compliance and training staff, ensuring high-quality healthcare delivery.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
University of Utah Orthopaedic Center
02.2015 - Current
- Assisted physicians in patient examinations and procedures, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Managed electronic health records, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality of patient information.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, optimizing clinic workflow and reducing wait times.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication usage, enhancing compliance and understanding.
- Traveled to different facilities to assist
- Trained new staff on office protocols and clinical procedures, fostering team efficiency.
- Implemented inventory management systems for medical supplies, reducing waste and costs.
Private Caregiver
Family Members
08.2006 - 12.2013
- Provided compassionate support to clients, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
- Assisted with personal hygiene and grooming, promoting dignity and self-esteem for elderly clients.
- Administered prescribed medications accurately, monitoring client health and reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
- Developed tailored care plans in collaboration with families, enhancing quality of life through personalized attention.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments, ensuring timely access to necessary healthcare services.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress and care provided, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC Nursing Home
09.1998 - 06.2005
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Trained new nursing assistants on protocol adherence and patient care standards.
- Implemented safety protocols to prevent accidents and promote patient well-being.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering trust and communication.
- Advocated for patient needs within multidisciplinary team discussions to enhance care quality.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Education
GED -
North East State College
TNSkills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital sign monitoring
- Clinical documentation
- Procedure assistance
- CPR
- Appointment setting
- Patient flow management
- Sterile technique
Timeline
Medical Assistant
University of Utah Orthopaedic Center
02.2015 - Current
Private Caregiver
Family Members
08.2006 - 12.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC Nursing Home
09.1998 - 06.2005
GED -
North East State College