Ashley Taylor
Longview,TX
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience at CHRISTUS Good Shepherd. Proven ability in patient care coordination and clinical documentation, enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication. Skilled in vital sign monitoring and HIPAA compliance, fostering trust and safety in diverse healthcare settings. Committed to improving patient outcomes and well-being.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Provider
Elara Caring
Longview, TX
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Increased patient satisfaction through effective communication and active listening skills to understand their concerns and preferences.
- Upheld strict standards of privacy and confidentiality in all aspects of caregiving, maintaining the dignity and respect for patients at all times.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Promoted a safe home environment for patients by identifying potential hazards and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary requirements, contributing to improved overall health for patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting daily activities, progress, and any changes in health conditions.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Improved patient well-being with regular monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and personal care assistance.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication channels for better care coordination.
- Managed medical appointments, coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure timely access to necessary services.
Medical Assistant
CHRISTUS Good Shephard
Longview, TX
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Optimized appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
- Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Assisted in the development of clinic policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Improved patient satisfaction, efficiently managing appointment schedules and reducing wait times.
- Supported patient well-being, providing empathetic care and addressing concerns with sensitivity.
- Improved clinical workflow with introduction of electronic health records system.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Medical Assistance
Nicole’s Learning Academy
Longview, TX05.2025
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA08.2008
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Medical terminology
- Vital sign monitoring
- Vital signs monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Patient-focused care
- Data entry
- Phlebotomy
- Reliable team player
- Procedure assistance
- Electronic health records
- Electronic medical records
- Compassionate
- CPR
- Immunization administration
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient assessments
- Medical procedures
- Laboratory specimen collection
- Professionalism and ethics
- Insurance verification
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Appointment setting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Medical records management
- Patient care coordination
- Patient flow management
- Sterilization techniques
- First aid
- Medical supply inventory
- Equipment sterilization
Timeline
Medical Assistant
CHRISTUS Good Shephard
01.2025 - 05.2025
Home Care Provider
Elara Caring
11.2022 - Current
Graduate Certificate - Medical Assistance
Nicole’s Learning Academy
Grambling State University