Ciara Walsh
Sterling Heights,MI
Summary
BS-Biology graduate from University of Detroit Mercy. Made the Dean’s list for 3 semesters while working as a medical assistant for a travelling geriatric care practice. Looking to utilize knowledge gained during undergraduate studies to undertake a master’s program in the Physician Assistant profession.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Legacy Medical Group
11.2020 - Current
- Improve patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Direct patients to exam rooms, fielding questions, and preparing for physician examinations.
- Facilitate seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories and vital signs.
- Collect and document patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Perform phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Aid in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Complete EKGs and spirometry based on patient presentation in office.
- Enhance office efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Streamline office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Sanitize, restock, and organize exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Ensure patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Perform medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Call and fax pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Shadowing Student
Legacy Medical Group
11.2020 - Current
- Observe patient interactions of PA's and NP's in daily work activities.
- Observe physical examinations, neurological examinations, new patient evaluations, follow-ups, presurgical assessments, ear lavage's, and charting notes.
- Understanding medical decision making.
Volunteering/Leadership
Hamtramck High School
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided support and guidance to biology students.
- Assisted with lab modules.
- Assisted students in finding solutions to problems.
- Ensuring assignments were completed in a timely manner.
Volunteering/Leadership
University Of Detroit Mercy
04.2021 - 04.2021
- Assisted with the Detroit Mercy's Day Off Road Rally and outdoor movie.
- Set-up and operation of a station during the event.
- Upon completion, gave instructions and directions to guests.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI12.2022
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Procedure Assistance
- Patient-Focused Care
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- HIPAA Compliance
- Phlebotomy
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- EKG Administration
- Immunization Administration
- Specimens Collection and Processing
- Inventory Management
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Volunteering/Leadership
Hamtramck High School
09.2022 - 12.2022
Volunteering/Leadership
University Of Detroit Mercy
04.2021 - 04.2021
Medical Assistant
Legacy Medical Group
11.2020 - Current
Shadowing Student
Legacy Medical Group
11.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Detroit Mercy
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