Emily May
Medical Assistant
Platteville,WI
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel. Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Motivated Medical Assistant dedicated to delivering first-rate healthcare experiences to patients. Excel at administrative support, technical troubleshooting and personnel coordination. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to learn and work in a team environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Dubuque Community School Distict
Dubuque, IA
09.2021 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Maintained head count and attendance sheets.
- Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
- Prepared reports and paperwork for parent-teacher conferences.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Implemented practice exercises and used repetition, enabling students to grasp new concepts quickly.
- Organized and guided skills practice, research and memorization tasks for students.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Veternarian Technician
Neumeister Animal Hospital
Dubuque , IA
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration within the scope of my practice as delegated by the veterinarian.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Bathed and dipped dogs afflicted with [Type] parasitic infections and applied specific medications for itch relief.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Assessed paws, ears and eyes for injuries or infections as part of initial evaluation.
- Walked pets outside throughout each shift to prevent accidents in group play areas and on bedding.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Implanted subcutaneous identification microchips into animals.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
Medical Assistant
Dubuque Ob/GYn
Dubuque, IA
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
- Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Compiled necessary documents for surgical billing packages.
- Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Resident Assistant
St. Dominic Villa
Hazel Green, WI
03.2016 - 09.2019
- Changed bed linens, dumped trash and smoothly handled maintenance issues to promote resident comfort.
- Assisted residents with daily dental and mouth care, bath functions and hair care.
- Encouraged community atmosphere by implementing educational and social programs.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Attended, participated and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Responded to room transfers, incident reports and maintenance requests.
- Led by example through mature behavior consistent with university regulations and rules.
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Solved grievances and complaints by collaborating with residents.
Kitchen Assistant
Sinsinawa Mound
Hazel Green, WI
03.2014 - 03.2016
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Tasked with removal of garbage and refuse, mopping and sweeping floors and washing walls.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Inspected equipment, refrigerators and warming lamps to check compliance with safe operating levels.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
- Accepted opportunities to learn new skills, improve performance and cross-train for other positions.
- Utilized proper storage bins to organize and transport kitchen equipment to stewarding room for storage purposes.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
- Distributed food during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
- Prepared dishes for catering events or during high-volume shifts.
Education
Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
NICC
Peosta, IA 09.2018 - 03.2019
Skills
Person centered
Works well with others
Detail orientated
Knowledge of safety and sanitation
Able to perform basic medical procedures
Dependable and reliable
Eager to learn and obtain new skills
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Dubuque Community School Distict
09.2021 - Current
Veternarian Technician
Neumeister Animal Hospital
03.2021 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant
Dubuque Ob/GYn
08.2019 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
NICC
09.2018 - 03.2019
Resident Assistant
St. Dominic Villa
03.2016 - 09.2019
Kitchen Assistant
Sinsinawa Mound
03.2014 - 03.2016