Deanne Getchman
Arvada,CO
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining the highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
BHG
Denver, Colorado
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Measured and recorded patient vital signs, including heart rate and blood pressure.
- Conducted basic clinical tests and recorded vital signs accurately.
- Executed blood draw procedures
- Performed tuberculosis screenings
- Administered HCG screenings
- Performed six-lead EKGs
- Administered breathalyzer tests
- Conducted patient intake assessments.
- Completed patient documentation to ensure accurate and timely information for care continuity.
- Coordinated communication between healthcare providers and patients to facilitate effective treatment and address patient concerns.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records for all patients.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow efficiently.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions to enhance understanding and adherence.
- Ensured a welcoming environment through compassionate patient interaction.
- Documented patient drug and medical histories
Medical Assistant
Archwell Health
Arvada, CO
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow efficiently.
- Coordinated communication between healthcare providers and patients.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments according to physician instructions.
- Assisted patients with intake forms and medical history documentation.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Phlebotomist
Agency Western Nerphrology
Arvada, CO
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Collected blood samples from patients following safety protocols and procedures.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis and ensured proper labeling and storage.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information and procedures performed.
Medical assistant
Behavioral Health Group
Westminster, Colorado
10.2020 - 04.2025
- Conducted physical exams, recorded vital signs, and performed blood draws for patient assessments.
- Processed patient admissions and conducted intake assessments to gather necessary information.
- Maintained accurate patient documentation in electronic health records.
- Supported patients throughout treatment entry process, ensuring understanding and comfort.
- Using programs such as Microsoft 365, word, Excel, and SAMMS database
- Following HIPAA/42 CFR guidelines to ensure the protection of patients' information
- Facilitated effective communication with healthcare providers to address patient needs.
- Assisted patients with appointment scheduling and intake documentation at Behavioral Health Group, facilitating smooth onboarding.
School Medical Assistant
Vangaurd Classical School
Aurora, CO
02.2012 - 09.2020
- Monitored children during medication administration to ensure compliance and safety
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and treatment procedures.
- Monitored children while taking medications
- Applied light splints to support injured areas during treatment
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities and treatments
- Communicated with parents to ensure they were informed about their child's medical needs
- Logged administered medications to maintain accurate health records
- Documentation
Medical Assistant
Park Place Level One Lock Down Hospital
Chandler, Arizona
10.2005 - 01.2011
- Performed bed checks every 15 minutes to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Conducted room searches to maintain safety and security for patients.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, and data entry into electronic health record system
- Prepared shift reports summarizing key activities and patient status.
- Offer support to patients when needed
- Companionship and emotional support
- Conflict resolution
- Coordinated communication between patients and healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate records
- Oversaw daily operations
- Prepared shift reports to communicate patient status and care updates to the healthcare team
- Medical equipment operation
- Inventory management
- Administered injections, medications, and treatments per physician instructions.
- Room searches
Education
Certification - Phlebotomy
National Association of Phlebotomy Technicians
11.2020 - 12.2020
Certification - Medical Assistant
Apollo ( Carrington College )
08.2007 - 06.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Early Young Childhood Education
Northeastern Jr College
Sterling , CO 08.1987 - 06.1989
Pomona Senior High
ARVADA, COCertification - Medical Assistant
Apollo ( Carrington College)
Mesa, AzSkills
- Direct patient care
- Giving injections
- Vital sign monitoring
- Phlebotomy
- Laboratory specimen collection
- Drug screens/vitals
- Clinical documentation
- Patient assessments
- Medical procedures
- Experience with HIPAA/42 CFR
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Professional ethics
- Medical terminology
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Specimen processing
- Patient-focused care
- Patient flow
- Inventory and supply
- Medical supply inventory
- Sterile technique
- Time management
- Multitasker
- Data entry
- CPR
- First aid
- Complex Problem-solving
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Patient management
- Patient relations
- Conflict management
- Conflict management
- Problem solving
Timeline
Medical Assistant
BHG
01.2026 - 04.2026
Medical Assistant
Archwell Health
08.2025 - 10.2025
Phlebotomist
Agency Western Nerphrology
05.2025 - 08.2025
Certification - Phlebotomy
National Association of Phlebotomy Technicians
11.2020 - 12.2020
Medical assistant
Behavioral Health Group
10.2020 - 04.2025
School Medical Assistant
Vangaurd Classical School
02.2012 - 09.2020
Certification - Medical Assistant
Apollo ( Carrington College )
08.2007 - 06.2009
Medical Assistant
Park Place Level One Lock Down Hospital
10.2005 - 01.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Early Young Childhood Education
Northeastern Jr College
08.1987 - 06.1989
Pomona Senior High
Certification - Medical Assistant
Apollo ( Carrington College)