Ashley Langley
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Aesthetic Medical Assistant
AboutSkin Dermatology and DermSurgery
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Participated as a first assist during Mohs surgeries by sterile preparation of the surgical site, retraction at the surgical site, minimizing blood loss through electric cautery, and aiding in suturing of the surgical site
- Completed evaluations prior to surgery, observed vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, and blood pressure readings accurately, and reported any abnormalities to the supervising physician
- Provided post-operative care instructions to patients after surgery or other medical procedures
- Assisted provider as indicated during various cosmetic procedures including injectables, laser resurfacing, and other non ablative laser treatments by properly cleansing skin, reconstitution of Botox/Dysport neuromodulators, proper photo documentation, and proper medication and skin care documentation
- Examined and performed proper suture removal independently, and reported abnormalities or complications to the supervising physician
- Treatment rooms and medical instruments were cleaned by complying with infection control standards
- Maintained medical equipment and instruments according to established protocols.
Organ Recovery Specialist
Donor Alliance
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Planned and coordinated organ recovery operations for multiple hospitals, ensuring compliance with regulations
- During recovery cases assistance was provided to surgeons with back table dissections, along with preservation, packaging, labeling, and delivery of organs, blood, and/or typing materials according to established policies and procedures
- Communicated effectively with members of the healthcare team throughout the entire process of organ recovery
- Participated in out of state fly outs with recovering surgical teams
- Coordinated and managed complex logistics of organ transport, including medical flights,ground transportation, and courier services
- Reviewed/screened out of state pages for acceptable organ donors based on specific guidelines and protocols for local waitlist recipients
- Allocated organs for transplantation or research according to established policies and procedures
- Collaborated with other organizations involved in the donation process to ensure timely delivery of organs for transplantation
- Understood and maintained working knowledge of pulsatile preservation equipment, policies and procedures
- Developed and maintained the ability to place kidneys on pumps and monitor kidney performance while on preservation machines
- Maintained confidentiality of donor and recipient information according to established policies and procedures
- Participated in multidisciplinary meetings to discuss ethical issues surrounding organ donation and transplantation
- Maintained detailed records of all activities related to organ recovery in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Ensured proper documentation was completed accurately before any organs were released for transplantation.
Medical Assistant Lead
Peak Plastic Surgery Center
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations
- Assisted with in-office cosmetic surgery procedures by completing pre-operative and post-operative patient care, setting up sterile instruments/preparing the OR, calculate and record all necessary numbers during surgery, perform vitals throughout surgery, and autoclave all sterile instruments
- Managed inventory for practice and operating room
- Met operational targets consistently by guiding and motivating the medical assistant team to effectively handle administrative and clinical needs
- Preceptor to newly hired medical assistants and front desk employees on office procedures and important tasks
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
Medical Assistant Supervisor
NatureMed Integrative Medicine
06.2020 - 03.2021
- Properly trained new employees in IV administration, phlebotomy, laboratory processing, safety, sterile/aseptic technique,back office duties and protocols
- Efficiently mixed and administered various IV solutions via peripheral and implanted port access
- Performed IM & SQ injections in clinic, and provided injection education to patients for safe at home self- administration
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies and medications needed for daily operations
- Assisted with recruiting qualified candidates for open positions within the department
- Developed effective training programs for new Medical Assistants, emphasizing patient safety and quality of care
- Established protocols for handling emergency situations within the clinic setting
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging collaboration among team members.
Phlebotomist
Swedish Medical Center
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Performed venipuncture procedures with accuracy and precision for a diverse patient population, within a level one trauma setting, including but not limited to the Emergency Department, ICU, and Covid-19 units
- Successfully collected and processed high volume of blood specimens for laboratory analysis
- Used a handheld system to identify patients, indicate specimen collection status, and generate specimen collection labels
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures
- Maintained excellent communication skills to provide comfort for patients during the collection process
- Calmly handled difficult or challenging situations that arose while performing phlebotomy duties
- Processed patient samples according to established laboratory protocol guidelines
- Ensured compliance with OSHA standards regarding universal precautions for infectious diseases
- Strictly adhered to HIPAA regulations when dealing with confidential patient information
- Developed strong relationships with hospital staff members by providing courteous customer service at all times.
Autotransfusionist OR Technician
HemaSource
08.2016 - 12.2019
- Prepared, operated and maintained cell saver machine during procedures
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to manage circulatory functions of patients during and after surgery
- Assisted with safe transfusions by conducting tests and completing blood counts
- Worked with physicians, nurses and other medical professionals to provide excellent care and customer service to patients
- Administered blood products through intravenous access during various surgical procedures
- Trained medical personnel on cell saver machines and related equipment to increase departmental knowledge
- Remained knowledgeable in the benefits and contraindications of cell-salvaged blood to maintain patient safety
- Trained in medical terminology and surgical instruments, with knowledge of aseptic technique and infection control procedures
- Utilized strong organizational skills to ensure that all documents related to patient care were accurately completed before surgeries commenced.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Psychology
Metropolitan StateUniversity of Denver
Denver, COSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Specimen Collection and processing
- Intravenous access and therapy
- Pre-surgical preparation of patients, OR, and equipment
- Sterile scrubbing, gowning, and gloving
- Procedure Assistance
- Excellent communication
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- BLS through American Heart Association
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- Healthcare Interest Program Internship at Denver Health Hospital - yearlong physician shadowing and mentorship curriculum
- Teaching Assistant for Dr. Clare Hays Anatomy and Physiology II course at MSU Denver
- Volunteer at Broken Shovels Farm Sanctuary
- Volunteer Phlebotomist at 9 News Healthfair
Timeline
Surgical Aesthetic Medical Assistant
AboutSkin Dermatology and DermSurgery
08.2022 - 03.2023
Organ Recovery Specialist
Donor Alliance
03.2022 - 09.2022
Medical Assistant Lead
Peak Plastic Surgery Center
04.2021 - 01.2022
Medical Assistant Supervisor
NatureMed Integrative Medicine
06.2020 - 03.2021
Phlebotomist
Swedish Medical Center
12.2019 - 06.2020
Autotransfusionist OR Technician
HemaSource
08.2016 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Psychology
Metropolitan StateUniversity of Denver
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