Elizabeth Brennan
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant dedicated to enhancing patient care and safety through efficient management of patient flow and timely coordination of lab results. Knowledgeable in electronic health records and patient education supports a commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare services.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Southwest Medical/Optum
Las Vegas, Nevada
08.2026 - Current
- Maintained accurate medical records through efficient filing, charting, transcription, and data entry into an electronic health record system, ensuring seamless access to patient information.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Performed EKGs and diagnostic tests following physician's instructions.
- Coordinated lab testing and communicated results to patients promptly, enhancing their understanding of their health status.
- Relayed patient messages to physicians regarding concerns, condition updates, and refill requests for support timely treatment decisions.
- Communicated with pharmacies to ensure timely processing of patient prescriptions. to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Collected and documented patient medical histories with accuracy.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Supported team members in daily operations and workflow management effectively.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding the safeguarding of confidential patient information at all times.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
Academic Paraprofessional
Legacy Traditional School
11.2023 - 08.2025
- Facilitated classroom support and instructional assistance, enhancing student engagement and comprehension of course material.
- Conducted one-on-one and small group support, tailoring approaches to meet individual student needs and learning goals.
- Coordinated with teachers and support staff, fostering a collaborative approach to promote student success.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Webster Elementary with ProCare Therapy
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Facilitated emotional and sensory regulation for students, fostering a positive and productive classroom environment.
- Monitored student progress and collected data to inform tailored instructional strategies.
- Assisted students in academic and functional skills to enhance learning and development outcomes.
Early Childhood Education
Woodcrest School
Agoura Hills, California
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Created lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards to promote learning and developmental growth.
- Delivered attentive and compassionate care, ensuring safety and supervision of children to foster a nurturing environment.
- Managed daily routines and schedules to maintain structure and consistency.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with families to keep them informed and involved in care.
- Engaged in faculty meetings and professional development workshops to enhance knowledge of early childhood education best practices.
Education
Medical Assistant Program -
Northwest Career College
10-2025
Phlebotomy Technician Program -
Northwest Career College
10-2025
American Heart Association -
Northwest Career College
02-2025
Skills
- Chief Complaints
- Manual Vital Signs
- Injections (IM, ID, SubQ)
- Glucose Testing/Mono/Strep/UA/UPT
- Phlebotomy (Venipuncture, Butterfly, Capillary)
- EKG/ECG Procedure
- Suturing & Casting
- Spirometry
- EHR/EMR Systems
- Specimen Collection
- Ear/Eye Lavage
- ICD-10/CPT Codes
- Proper Disposal of Sharps
- Data Entry & Charting
- Medical & Medication History
- Pharmacology Knowledge
- Patient Phone & Email Etiquette
- Front Office/Administrative Skills
- HIPAA & OSHA Trained
- Medical Terminology
- Medical Insurance Knowledge
- Patient Education
- Scheduling & Rescheduling
Certification
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant | National Healthcareer Association, CCMA, Certified Phlebotomy Technician | CPT
Disclaimer
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Southwest Medical/Optum
08.2026 - Current
Academic Paraprofessional
Legacy Traditional School
11.2023 - 08.2025
Special Education Paraprofessional
Webster Elementary with ProCare Therapy
04.2022 - 07.2023
Early Childhood Education
Woodcrest School
10.2018 - 03.2019
Medical Assistant Program -
Northwest Career College
Phlebotomy Technician Program -
Northwest Career College
American Heart Association -
Northwest Career College