Brittney DeFina
Bayonne,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Registered Behavior Technician and Medical Assistant with a proven track record at Forward Progress and other esteemed institutions. Excelled in applying behavior analysis and medical assistance, enhancing patient care through adept relationship building and effective behavior modification techniques. Demonstrated adaptability and problem-solving skills, significantly improving client outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Foward Progress
06.2022 - Current
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Used [theralytics] to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
Registered Behavior Technician
Circle Care Management
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Used Central reach to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
Medical Assistant
Crossroads Medical Group
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Medical Assistant
Vip Medical Services
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
- Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Medical Assistant
Respacare
04.2018 - 08.2019
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Measured patient spirometry.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Medical Assistant
The Wayne Cancer Center
05.2016 - 05.2018
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
- Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Education
Associate of Science - Psychology
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN09-2026
High School Diploma -
Bayonne High School
Bayonne 06-2014
Skills
- Transition planning
- Applied behavior analysis
- Behavior intervention plans
- Relationship building
- Social skills development
- Behavior modification techniques
- Data collection and analysis
- De-escalation techniques
- Nonviolent crisis intervention (NVCI)
- First Aid/CPR
- Reliability
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving
- Registered behavior technician (RBT)
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Foward Progress
06.2022 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Circle Care Management
11.2021 - 05.2022
Medical Assistant
Crossroads Medical Group
10.2020 - 11.2021
Medical Assistant
Vip Medical Services
09.2020 - 10.2021
Medical Assistant
Respacare
04.2018 - 08.2019
Medical Assistant
The Wayne Cancer Center
05.2016 - 05.2018
Associate of Science - Psychology
Capella University
High School Diploma -
Bayonne High School
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