Carrie Elizabeth Ford
WEST PALM BEACH,FL
Summary
Proficient Medical Assistant adept in technical, clinical, and patient support services. Possesses robust interpersonal communication abilities, excels in multitasking, exhibits unwavering professionalism, demonstrates empathy toward patients, and shows rapid learning capabilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Paraprofessional and Substitute Teacher
The School District Of Palm Beach County
West Palm Beach, FL
02.2021 - Current
- Managed and implemented classroom activities in alignment with
student learning goals. - Supported students with severe learning disabilities and behavioral challenges.
- I facilitated sensory activities, de-escalated disruptive behaviors, and provided assistance to students with limited verbal communication skills.
Medicinal Assistant
Premier Family Health by InnovaCare Health
Wellington, FL
07.2020 - 07.2023
- Simultaneously executed orders for up to four patients and healthcare providers, including triage, pre-operative clearance, intramuscular injections, worker's compensation cases, COVID-19 and influenza testing, blood draws, STD testing, EKG testing, urine analysis, Snellen eye exams, H. pylori testing, and vaccination administration.
- Ensuring medical equipment is sterilized and maintained.
- Assisting with wound care and minor procedures.
- Accurately documenting patient information in the Electronic Health Records (EHR) software.
Service Learning Trip
Medlife Movement: Non-Profit Organization
Lima, Peru
12.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted healthcare providers in patient preparation for examinations, procedures, and treatments.
- Supported healthcare providers during dental procedures by providing suction assistance.
- Demonstrated proper oral hygiene care to 25 adults and children.
- Collaborated with a diverse team, including community leaders, healthcare professionals, and collegiate members, to construct a safe and operational staircase.
- Distributed educational resources on STDs.
Study Abroad
Augusta University
Shanghai & Beijing, China
05.2018 - 05.2018
- Studied ancient Chinese instruments, philosophers, and religion.
- Attended lectures at Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine about acupuncture and herbal treatments.
- Walked across the Great Wall of China and visited several historical landmarks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Georgia Nurse Aide
Savannah, GA
08.2013 - 11.2014
- Successfully completed 85 hours of the classroom, lab, and clinical rotation.
- Passed the Georgia Written and Skills examinations to become a CNA, in accordance with the Georgia Nurse Aide Registry.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Augusta University
12-2020
Timeline
Substitute Paraprofessional and Substitute Teacher
The School District Of Palm Beach County
02.2021 - Current
Medicinal Assistant
Premier Family Health by InnovaCare Health
07.2020 - 07.2023
Service Learning Trip
Medlife Movement: Non-Profit Organization
12.2019 - 12.2019
Study Abroad
Augusta University
05.2018 - 05.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Georgia Nurse Aide
08.2013 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Augusta University
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