Dellaniece Snow
Houston,TX
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment. Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Float Pool Certified Medical Assistant
Texas Children Hospital
07.2022 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
COVID-19 Vaccinator
Texas Children's Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Administered vaccinations via intramuscular injection and completed proper documentation.
- Completed screening questions with patients following CDC guidelines.
- Wore face mask, eye protection, medical gloves and PAPR.
- Managed situations in compliance with legal requirements and with minimal risk to patient and institution.
- Educated patients on preventive healthcare strategies and at-home care.
- Maintained safe and sterile environment for optimum patient treatment.
- Monitored vital signs and documented details for informational and treatment purposes.
- Administered medications and assessed patient responses, adjusting strategies to meet objectives.
- Assessed patient history to identify concerning symptoms, diagnose concerns and develop tailored treatment plans.
- Scheduled tests and procedures for patients needing additional or specialized care.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Maintained detailed records of patient health information in Epic.
- Off site community outreach events for COVID-19 vaccines
- Upheld correct protocols for infection prevention and control
Patient Care Assistant
Texas Children's Cancer Center, Baylor College Of Medicine
01.2009 - 07.2021
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Transported food trays and aided with feeding.
- Helped enhance unit operations by continuously delivering accurate, efficient care and maintaining performance objectives.
- Reassured patients by explaining medical practices and processes in easy-to-understand terminology.
- Aided physicians in wound care and patient assessments.
- Responded to in-person and telephone requests for information to support office staff.
- Coached patients and caregivers on treatment processes, hospital policies, medication hazards, specific diets and doctor advice.
- Managed unit training and activity schedules.
- Logged and filed classified documents.
Unit Assistant
Texas Children's Cancer Center, Baylor College Of Medicine
12.2004 - 12.2008
- Developed exemplary skills in negotiation, task prioritization and decision-making from working with various levels of personnel.
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Assisted patients in moving out of beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or medical transport vans.
- Collaborated with CNAs, nurses, and physicians to maintain stability during transport and facilitate event-free transport.
- Monitored patient progress to detect changes or unusual behavior and update medical personnel.
- Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
- Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
- Collaborated with other medical staff to achieve high level of patient safety and care.
- Replaced used towels and other bathroom amenities such as shampoo, paper towels, and soap.
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
- Completed pre-cleaning duties by setting up cleaning carts with fresh linens, cleaning supplies, and requested guest supplies.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Operated wet-vacuums, buffing machines, vacuums and upholstery cleaners to clean rugs, carpets, and upholstered furniture.
- Oversaw calendar to manage organized cleaning schedule and complete tasks on time.
- Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
- Restocked towels and amenities in bathrooms, bedrooms and kitchen spaces.
- Scrubbed floors with special cleaners and equipment to achieve deep clean.
- Returned emptied garbage receptacles to proper locations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jesse Jackson Academy
Houston, TX05.2002
Skills
- Clinical Applications
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Chart Tracking
- Performing EKGs
- Vitals Collection and Documentation
- Administering Immunizations
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Scheduling
- Patient Documentation
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Health Information Access
- Preparing Summaries
- Active Learning
- Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
Timeline
Float Pool Certified Medical Assistant
Texas Children Hospital
07.2022 - Current
COVID-19 Vaccinator
Texas Children's Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2022
Patient Care Assistant
Texas Children's Cancer Center, Baylor College Of Medicine
01.2009 - 07.2021
Unit Assistant
Texas Children's Cancer Center, Baylor College Of Medicine
12.2004 - 12.2008
High School Diploma -
Jesse Jackson Academy
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
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