Breann Prichard

• Triaged patients by assessing vital signs and symptoms upon arrival.
• Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.
• Assisted with minor surgical procedures under physician supervision.
• Provided outstanding customer service to patients both in-person and over the phone.
• Operated EKG machines, spirometers, glucose meters, and other diagnostic tools.
• Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
• Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
• Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
• Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
• Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
• Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
• Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
• Trained new medical assistants in clinic protocols and procedures.

Labor and Delivery Medical Assistant 2018-2020 and OB/GYN Medical Assistant 2022-2024

• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions under a Registered Nurse supervision.
• Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
• Performed post-delivery assessments on mothers and babies.
• Assessed maternal vital signs at regular intervals throughout labor process.
• Managed multiple tasks efficiently while providing quality patient care in a fast paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to respond quickly in emergency situations while maintaining a calm demeanor.
• Assessed newborns according to hospital policy ensuring appropriate stabilization prior to discharge.
• Assisted in the delivery of newborns by providing support to mother during labor and delivery process.
• Assisted doctors with delivery instruments during birthing process.
• Administered fluids and labor-stimulating drugs such as Pitocin through IV or central line under a Registered Nurse supervision.
• Assisted physicians in delivery of babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.
• Assessed newborns immediately after birth for physical condition and breathing effort.
• Assisted physicians with patient exams, procedures, and treatments.
• Assisted in minor surgeries such as IUD insertions or endometrial biopsies.
• Maintained medical supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Provided assistance with diagnostic imaging studies such as X-ray's or ultrasounds.

Surgery Clinic Medical Assistant (Orthopedics, General Surgery, and Podiatry) 2020-2022

• Administered medications under physician's supervision.
• Instructed patients on how to use crutches and other mobility aids safely and correctly.
• Assisted with scheduling surgeries at hospitals or ambulatory surgery centers.
• Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
• Coordinated referrals to specialists or other healthcare professionals when needed.
• Assisted physicians with casting and splinting of fractures.
• Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
• Assisted Podiatrist with patient examinations and treatments, including wound care and nail trimming.
• Cut toenails and applied dressings and bandages to patient's feet as directed by podiatrist.
• Sterilized instruments according to established protocols prior to use.
• Assisted with orthotic fittings and provided patients with information about how to properly utilize them.