Deonka Jackson Favorite
Marrero,LA
Summary
Level-headed health professional who remains calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situations.
Dedicated Medical Assistant skilled with technical, clerical and patient support. Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively to patients and staff.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Primary Care Plus
Westwego, LA
03.2018 - Current
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
- Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including but not limited to EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Medical Assistant
Access Health Louisiana
, LA
06.2015 - 03.2018
- Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.
- Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.
- Authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies.
- Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.
- Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients.
- Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing.
- Operate electrocardiogram (EKG), or other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests.
Medical Assistant
St. Charles Parish Sheriff Department
Killona, LA
02.2012 - 04.2015
- Ensured HIPAA compliance.
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews.
- Performed pregnancy tests and sent specimens for laboratory testing.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
- Answer multiple phone lines.
- Wound care Pass scheduled medications to patients twice a day.
- Preform blood sugar level testing.
Assistant Manager
J&J Exterminator
Harahan, La
11.2007 - 12.2010
- Ordered and distributed office supplies while adhering to a fixed office budget.
- Managed office supplies, vendors, organization and upkeep.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages.
- Maintained a clean reception area, including lounge and associated areas.
- Open and closed the business Prepared payroll and time keeping.
Teacher Assistant
Jefferson Parish School Board
Harvey, LA
01.1998 - 07.2007
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as the alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Assisted the classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Assisted in preparing reports and paperwork for parent-teacher conferences.
- Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
- Kept classrooms clean by sterilizing and disinfecting toys and surfaces.
- Relieved the classroom teacher during breaks.
- Maintained head count and attendance sheets.
- Graded tests and papers and recorded grades for teaching staff.
- Assist with children with mental and physical disabilities.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Columbia Southern University
2016
Diploma -
Eastern College of Health Vocations
2010
High School Diploma -
West Jefferson High School
1992
Skills
- Making copies
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Instruction
- Laboratory testing
- Physical disabilities
- Reception
- Recording
- Statistics
- Supervising
- Phone
- Vital signs
- Wound care
- HIPAA compliance
- Understands medical procedures
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- Patient scheduling
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Medical terminology knowledge
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Primary Care Plus
03.2018 - Current
Medical Assistant
Access Health Louisiana
06.2015 - 03.2018
Medical Assistant
St. Charles Parish Sheriff Department
02.2012 - 04.2015
Assistant Manager
J&J Exterminator
11.2007 - 12.2010
Teacher Assistant
Jefferson Parish School Board
01.1998 - 07.2007
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Columbia Southern University
Diploma -
Eastern College of Health Vocations
High School Diploma -
West Jefferson High School