Awndrea Beth
Paramedic/Medical Assistant
Benton,KY
Summary
Dedicated and focused Emergency Medical professional bringing expertise in emergent injury assessment, treatment and patient care. Excellent aptitude for building patient rapport to mitigate stress and deliver efficient treatment. Proven history of sound judgment and critical thinking in high-pressure situations. Medical Assistant that has occupational experience as well as primary care experience
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic/Medical Assistant
Healthworks Medical
Mayfield , KY
05.2020 - Current
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Measured patient spirometry.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Paramedic
American Medical Response
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
02.2016 - 02.2020
- Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
Paramedic
American Medical Response
Irwindale, CA
02.2015 - 02.2016
- Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
- Treated patients suffering from variety of illnesses and ailments, including heart attacks, strokes, motor vehicle accident injuries and gun shot wounds.
- Obtained details regarding patient by questioning family members and bystanders.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
Emergency Medical Technician
McCormick Ambulance
Inglewood, CA
07.2009 - 11.2013
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Delivered emergency care to individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents, falls and medical/trauma incidents.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
Emergency Room Technician
Centinela Hospital
Inglewood, CA
12.2011 - 05.2013
- Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Cleaned, disinfected and sterilized surgical instruments adhering to infection control procedures.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
- Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels and replenished treatment areas.
Emergency Dispatcher
McCormick Ambulance
Hawthorne, CA
07.2009 - 07.2010
- Maintained and updated crucial and confidential information including phone numbers and addresses.
- Entered information on computerized systems to verify locations and notify nearest responders.
- Mitigated risks and emergency response delays by efficiently monitoring public safety field units.
- Used radio, telephone and computer system to update first responders with new information.
- Prioritized responses to public emergency and non-emergent calls to efficiently dispatch police, fire and EMS while tracking data in real-time.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paducah Tilghman High School
Paducah, KYEmergency Medical Technician - Prehospital Emergency Medicine
UCLA Extension
Los Angeles, CAPhlebotomy License - Phlebotomy
UCLA Extention
Los Angeles, CAPrehospital Emergency Medicine - Paramedic
Mt San Antonio College
Walnut, CASkills
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Timeline
Paramedic/Medical Assistant
Healthworks Medical
05.2020 - Current
Paramedic
American Medical Response
02.2016 - 02.2020
Paramedic
American Medical Response
02.2015 - 02.2016
Emergency Room Technician
Centinela Hospital
12.2011 - 05.2013
Emergency Medical Technician
McCormick Ambulance
07.2009 - 11.2013
Emergency Dispatcher
McCormick Ambulance
07.2009 - 07.2010
High School Diploma -
Paducah Tilghman High School
Emergency Medical Technician - Prehospital Emergency Medicine
UCLA Extension
Phlebotomy License - Phlebotomy
UCLA Extention
Prehospital Emergency Medicine - Paramedic
Mt San Antonio College
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