Devante Rowe
Ronkonkoma,NY
Summary
Knowledgeable Certified Medical Assistant with exceptional background over 5 years handling intensive clinical environments. Quality-driven and safety-oriented with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities. Experienced in collaborating across disciplines to support patient needs and enhance care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Medical Assistant
The Street Consulting Group(Stony Brook Surgery)
Smithtown, NY
11.2023 - Current
- Maintained sterile environment in the operating room.
- Prepared and organized surgical equipment and instruments for use during surgery.
- Ensured proper functioning of all surgical equipment prior to use in operation theater.
- Assisted with wound closure, suturing and dressing changes as directed by surgeons.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Assisted surgeons in variety of minor and major surgical procedures.
- 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.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
Clinical Medical Assistant
Catholic Health/Stony Brook Family Medicine
East Setauket, NY
06.2022 - Current
- Performed vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature, on patients.
- Assisted in the training of new staff members regarding office protocols and policies.
- Administered diagnostic tests such as visual field testing, color blindness testing and ocular motility assessment.
- Performed EKG tests on patients of all ages, including neonatal and geriatric.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Performed COVID-19 testing on individuals who met the criteria for testing according to CDC guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of test results and other relevant information in electronic health records system.
Certified Medical Assistant
GoHealth Urgent Care
Commack, NY
07.2020 - 11.2023
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
- Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
- Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
Clinical Medical Assistant
Mount Sinai Doctors Internal Medicine
Nesconset, NY
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature, on patients.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing.
- Assisted physicians with patient exams and treatments.
- Prepared exam rooms for patient visits by stocking supplies and ensuring cleanliness.
- Educated patients about medical procedures, medications, diets and other health-related topics.
- Recorded patient medical histories and documented vital signs in electronic medical records system.
- Ordered diagnostic tests, scheduled appointments and maintained patient charts according to established protocols.
- Conducted routine screening tests including vision acuity, hearing tests, EKGs.
- Collected specimens from patients for lab testing.
Site Manager/Medical Assistant/Accounts Receivable Specialist
ProHealth Urgent Care
Riverhe, NY
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Recruited and hired intelligent clinical and administrative staff to bolster skills set of already talented team.
- Implemented new hire training to further develop skills and initiate discussions on task prioritization.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Managed operations in accordance with budget requirements.
- Headed clinical oversight to devise and establish policies, procedures and best practices in alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Optimized case and clinical management and recommended plans to improve safety and health programs.
- Oversaw clinic financial management, recruitment and human resources.
- Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
- Recorded vital signs and medical history for patients each shift.
- Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Administered continuous and 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring.
Medical Assistant
City MD
Carle , NY
06.2018 - 05.2019
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
- Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Administered continuous and 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
- Conducted various blood tests and updated results into paper and electronic charts.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Medely Jobs
New York, NY
04.2020 - Current
- Assisted patients with completing COVID-19 screening forms and questionnaires.
- Provided guidance to patients on the importance of following CDC guidelines for preventing the spread of COVID-19.
- Administered temperature checks using non-contact thermometers for individuals entering the facility.
- Maintained accurate records of daily screenings and results in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal health regulations related to COVID-19 safety protocols.
- Performed COVID-19 testing on individuals who met the criteria for testing according to CDC guidelines.
- Maintained supplies in the Emergency Room including stocking shelves and disposing of outdated or expired items.
- Managed the flow of patients through triage to ensure timely access to medical care.
- Monitored patient conditions and communicated changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Performed EKG tests on patients of all ages, including neonatal and geriatric.
- Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures.
Education
Medical Assistant Diploma - Medical Assistant
Hunter Business School
Levittown, NY05.2018
English Literature
Flushing High School
Flushing, NY09.2016
Skills
- Computer skills
- Invoicing and billing
- Microsoft Office
- Customer service
- Clerical
- Team management
- Inventory and supply management
- Medical billing
- Proper sterilization techniques
- Understands medical procedures
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- Wound care and irrigation
- Team management and supervision
- EKG set up and monitoring
- Crutch fitting
- Excel proficiency
- First Aid/CPR
Timeline
Clinical Medical Assistant
The Street Consulting Group(Stony Brook Surgery)
11.2023 - Current
Clinical Medical Assistant
Catholic Health/Stony Brook Family Medicine
06.2022 - Current
Clinical Medical Assistant
Mount Sinai Doctors Internal Medicine
05.2022 - 01.2023
Certified Medical Assistant
GoHealth Urgent Care
07.2020 - 11.2023
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Medely Jobs
04.2020 - Current
Site Manager/Medical Assistant/Accounts Receivable Specialist
ProHealth Urgent Care
06.2019 - 05.2022
Medical Assistant
City MD
06.2018 - 05.2019
Medical Assistant Diploma - Medical Assistant
Hunter Business School
English Literature
Flushing High School
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