CODI GASPARD
Maurice,LA
Summary
Certified Medical Assistant with relevant experience in fast-paced healthcare settings. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
File Clerk/Receptionist
Women's Clinic of Acadiana
Lafayette, LA
07.2024 - Current
- Organized and filed documents according to established procedures.
- Maintained records of filing activities, including document tracking and storage locations.
- Created new files when necessary following established protocols.
- Handled confidential material with discretion in accordance with company regulations.
- Retrieved requested files from archives or other offsite locations.
- Prepared labels for new files and folders as needed.
- Pulled files for staff, management and third-party requests.
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
Server Manager
Richard's Seafood Patio
Abbeville, LA
01.2005 - Current
- Monitored system performance to ensure optimal operation of servers.
- Developed policies, procedures, and standards for server management and maintenance.
- Investigated and resolved complaints regarding food quality, service or accommodations.
- Communicated with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs and other special requests.
- Established standards for personnel performance and customer service.
- Provided information about menu selections and made recommendations.
- Motivated staff through acknowledgment of hard work and achievements.
- Oversaw food preparation and safety protocols to comply with federal, state and local regulatory guidelines regarding food service.
- Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences.
Certified Medical Assistant-CV Surgery
Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center
Lafayette, LA
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Maintained patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning correctly prior to use during patient examinations or treatments.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
Phlebotomy, EKG, Medical Assistant Instructor
Academy of Acadiana
New Iberia, LA
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Assessed student performance through written tests, practical exams, and hands-on demonstrations.
- Conducted regular assessments of student progress and adjusted teaching methods accordingly.
- Created a safe learning environment for medical assistants to practice clinical skills in a simulated setting.
- Demonstrated proper techniques for taking vital signs, performing venipuncture, administering injections, and collecting specimens.
- Held clinical simulation projects and provided each student with individual feedback.
- Guided and mentored students to fully develop abilities and knowledge outlined in course plans.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and grades for each student enrolled in the program.
Medical Assistant
Women's Clinic of Acadiana
Lafayette, LA
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
Clinical Tissue Coordinator/Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Tides Medical
Lafayette, LA
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Processed human tissue for transplantation.
- Perform tissue acquisition/recovery.
- Conducted pre-processing of donor eligibility, obtained consent.
- Package and label tissue properly for sterilization and manufacturer orders.
- Preformed required cleaning of all clean room space, laboratory areas, and supply and tissue storage.
EKG Monitor Technician
Lafayette General Medical Center
Lafayette, LA
01.2009 - 01.2017
- Performed EKG tests on patients according to established protocols.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment while adhering to safety protocols.
- Maintained and operated EKG monitoring equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
- Reported any abnormal results or findings to physicians for further evaluation and diagnosis.
- Monitored patient's heart activity during stress testing, Holter monitoring, cardiac catheterization and pacemaker insertions.
- Provided technical support to other medical personnel regarding proper use of EKG equipment and supplies.
- Obtained accurate lead placements for EKG recordings of the heart's electrical activity.
- Maintained records of all performed tests, documenting results accurately in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Performed equipment diagnostics, troubleshooting and evaluations.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant
Unitech Training Academy
Lafayette, LA03-2017
Patient Care Technician, CNA,EKG, Phlebotomy
Gulf Area Technical College
Abbeville, LA12-2008
Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Aseptic technique
- Sterilization procedures
- Training and mentoring
- EKG set up and monitoring
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- Suture removal
- CPR
- EMR / EHR
- Intramuscular, Intradermal, and Subcutaneous injections
- Task prioritization
- Communication skills
Timeline
File Clerk/Receptionist
Women's Clinic of Acadiana
07.2024 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant-CV Surgery
Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center
04.2023 - 07.2024
Phlebotomy, EKG, Medical Assistant Instructor
Academy of Acadiana
08.2022 - 02.2023
Medical Assistant
Women's Clinic of Acadiana
08.2018 - 08.2022
Clinical Tissue Coordinator/Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Tides Medical
01.2017 - 08.2018
EKG Monitor Technician
Lafayette General Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2017
Server Manager
Richard's Seafood Patio
01.2005 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Unitech Training Academy
Patient Care Technician, CNA,EKG, Phlebotomy
Gulf Area Technical College
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