Briannah Merkerson
New Windsor
Summary
Recently completed an Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, acquiring practical skills in specimen collection and diagnostic testing. Healthcare professional with over seven years of experience as a Personal Care Assistant, delivering compassionate patient support in home and clinical environments. Recognized for attention to detail and teamwork, with a strong commitment to quality care. Ready to leverage clinical knowledge and technical expertise in a medical laboratory setting.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
A&T Healthcare
Newburgh
07.2018 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to enhance patient outlook and daily living.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene routines.
- Monitored environment to ensure patient safety and responded promptly to emergencies.
Medical Assistant
Crystal Run Healthcare
Newburgh
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Collected and processed laboratory samples for routine testing and diagnostics.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Personal Care Assistant
Community Home Health Care
Newburgh
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Lab Technology
Orange County Community College
Middletown, NY05-2024
Skills
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant
- Clinical microscopy
- Patient assessment
- Equipment testing and calibration
- Cell counts and differentials
- Good laboratory practices (GLP)
Certification
- Medical Laboratory Certification
- Phlebotomy Certification
Accomplishments
- Medical Lab Technician Club President 2022-2024
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Crystal Run Healthcare
04.2019 - 02.2020
Personal Care Assistant
A&T Healthcare
07.2018 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Community Home Health Care
11.2016 - 05.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Lab Technology
Orange County Community College