CIARA LUMAJ
Medical Student
Costa Mesa,CA
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced medical student with 10+ years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat, excellent communication skills, strong multitasking and organizational abilities with fastidious nature dedicated to optimal patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Medical Assistant
Natural Medicine Of Seattle
Seattle, WA
06.2022 - Current
- Prepared exam rooms for physician examinations.
- Conducted EKGs, interpreted tests and identified arrhythmias and heart abnormalities on patient's EKG and reported to ordering doctor.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks >10 times per day.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Collecting urine samples and performing UA tests.
- Administered IM and SQ injections, IV pushes, nose/throat swabs.
- Prepares initial patient charts for first office calls.
- Updates and condenses patient charts from previous visits before subsequent visit.
- Reviews and summarizes medical documents such as lab summaries, imaging, other provider chart notes.
- Completes patient referrals to other medical specialists.
Medical Assistant/ Front Desk
Rebel Med NW
Ballard, WA
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted in diagnosing and developing treatment plans including prescriptions and diagnostic imaging.
- Used computerized data management systems to organize immense datasets and coordinate care details for large patient bases.
- Answered calls and questions from patients, managed scheduling and e-mails.
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
- Observed and recorded patient conditions by assessing vitals.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted in assessing patients to identify musculoskeletal and spine disorders and developed therapeutic treatment plans to correct abnormalities.
Server
Central Kitchen + Bar
Detroit, MI
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
- Chosen to work private events from employer due to customer satisfaction, workforce effectiveness, menu knowledge, and professional demeanor.
Medical Assistant Student Intern
Associates of Integrative Medicine, P.C
Bloomfield
03.2016 - 06.2016
- Prepared patients by taking vitals and gathered chief complaints, reason of visit and past medical history.
- Shadowed physician, taking notes and asking questions.
- Accompanied and assisted doctor to relevant talks and presentations.
- Reviewed clinical cases to gain additional understanding of disease etiology and progression.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
11.2014 - 11.2015
- Responsible for identifying and developing original research question and proposal.
- Wrote grant proposal that was selected by Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program.
- Completed IRB investigation and adhered to their guidelines on human research.
- Investigated how and why Ecuador maintains different medical systems from a medical anthropological viewpoint.
- Traveled to Ecuador for 3 months and employed in multiple hospitals/medical facilities to conduct research.
- Translated all research documents from English to Spanish, communicated to all participants in Spanish.
- Utilized essential research methods such as participant observation, interviews, and surveys.
- Performed routine data analysis to correct and verify data entry.
- Assessed data using scientific methods while following important specifications.
- Interpreted and analyzed qualitative research to draw conclusions on outcomes.
- Presented research findings and was the chosen winner of the Undergraduate Research Conference at Wayne State University.
Medical Internship
Hospital Andino Alternativo De Chimborazo
Riobamba, Ecuador
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Completed daily rounds to check on patients and identify any reasons for concern.
- Observed and recorded patient conditions by assessing vitals.
- Accompanied practitioners’ to rural communities to provide care and services.
- Observed and recorded notes on allopathic, alternative, and traditional procedures.
- Interviewed patients and added key details to medical histories.
- Traveled to the Amazon to further knowledge on traditional methods
Pharmacy Technician
OneCare, RX
11.2012 - 04.2013
- Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
- Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations and patient information.
- Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Dispensed an average of 600 prescriptions per day.
Education
Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine -
Bastyr University
09.2018 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology, Pre-Medicine
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI 09.2013 - 05.2017
Skills
EMR / EHR
Phlebotomy
CPR
Compassionate
Patient care
Teambuilding
Active Listening
PPE Compliance
Flexible and Adaptable
Cultural Awareness
Organization and Time Management
Planning and Coordination
Educating patients
Point of care testing
Preventive care
Chart review
Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Natural Medicine Of Seattle
06.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant/ Front Desk
Rebel Med NW
03.2021 - 10.2021
Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine -
Bastyr University
09.2018 - 03.2023
Server
Central Kitchen + Bar
09.2016 - 03.2018
Medical Assistant Student Intern
Associates of Integrative Medicine, P.C
03.2016 - 06.2016
Medical Internship
Hospital Andino Alternativo De Chimborazo
05.2015 - 08.2015
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Wayne State University
11.2014 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology, Pre-Medicine
Wayne State University
09.2013 - 05.2017
Pharmacy Technician
OneCare, RX
11.2012 - 04.2013