Certified Medical Assistant with high-acuity academic surgical experience in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. Extensive background in peripheral nerve injuries, complex wound care, pre/post-operative support, and multidisciplinary coordination. Additional medical experience in pediatric primary care and urgent care settings, such as immunizations and point-of-care testing. Veteran and former volunteer firefighter. I am currently completing my Bachelor's Degree to pursue a career as a Physician Assistant.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant III – Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Washington University in St. Louis
2023.02 - 2026.03
Provided advanced clinical support in a high-acuity academic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery outpatient clinic specializing in hand surgery and peripheral nerve injuries (brachial plexus, carpal tunnel, peroneal nerve etc ) As well as breast reconstruction and microsurgery.
Managed post-operative care for complex surgical patients, including diabetic wounds, breast reconstruction, maxillofacial fractures, hand/wrist fractures, amputations, sternal/spinal wounds and oncologic resections (sarcoma, melanoma).
Managed Breast reconstruction following mastectomies (tissue expanders, implants, and Diep flap knowledge as well as panniculectomy
Performed wound vacuum dressing changes, suture and staple removal, JP drain removal, cast/splinting and comprehensive wound care education.
Assisted providers with in-office surgical procedures including excisions, Xiaflex injections/manipulation, and steroid injections, "dog-ear excisions, and nipple reconstruction.
Supported peri-operative workflows with OR exposure and strict adherence to sterile technique.
Coordinated multidisciplinary care with Surgical Oncology, Orthopedics, Infectious Disease, Vascular, ACCS, Wound Care, and Therapy Services.
Utilized Epic EMR for documentation, chart abstraction, and medical record management.
Prepared and sterilized exam and procedure rooms, maintained equipment, and managed clinical inventory.
Certified Medical Assistant
Patient First
2021.10 - 2023.01
Supported high-volume outpatient clinic with patient intake, vitals, specimen collection, and Epic EMR documentation.
Administered COVID testing and vaccinations per CDC guidelines.
Assisted providers with procedures while maintaining infection control and safety standards.
Perform necessary phlebotomy(labs), EKG etc under the supervision of medical provider
Perform point of care testing ( strep, covid, flu) under the supervision of medical provider
Assist with splinting and casting for orthopedic fractures
Stock/inventory
Perform Drug screenings in accordance to occupational health medicaine
Certified Medical Assistant – Pediatric Primary Care
2019.12 - 2021.01
Provided clinical support in a pediatric primary care setting for infants through adolescents.
Administered childhood and adolescent immunizations in accordance with CDC schedules.
Performed point-of-care testing, including rapid strep, influenza, lead screening, and urine testing.
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