Led initiatives to improve patient care coordination and daily support activities. Fostered a collaborative team environment through strong communication and organizational skills. Championed process improvement efforts to enhance overall care quality.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Piedmont Urgent Care By Wellstreet
2024.09 - Current
Assisted physicians with patient examinations and medical procedures.
Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions.
Prepared examination rooms and ensured proper sterilization of instruments.
Collected and documented vital signs and medical histories accurately.
Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
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.
Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels.
Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests, drawing blood, labeling specimens accurately.
Direct Service Provider
Acumen Fiscal Agent
2019.09 - 2023.10
Monitored client health and safety by tracking vital signs and administering medications as prescribed.
Observed changes in behaviors or conditions of clients and reported them accordingly.
Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
Direct Service Provider
Loving Hearts respite
2013.06 - 2019.09
Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.