Emily Petro
Valparaiso,IN
Summary
Dedicated and versatile nursing student working towards a Registered Nursing license. Offering 4.5 years of dermatology experience as a Medical Scribe, but eager to learn and apply problem-solving skills in an advanced setting. Consistently applying interpersonal skills to develop personalized relationships with patients and reach team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant/Medical Scribe
Illinois Institute of Dermatology
09.2019 - Current
- Direct patients to exam rooms, field questions, and prepare for physician examination.
- Medical scribing during physician visits.
- Orient/train new staff on proper procedures/policies and scribing.
- Participate in ongoing educational opportunities through scheduled meetings with medical sales representatives. Earned DermTech Certificate in 2022.
- Prepare and assist in procedures (biopsies, surgical excisions, botox, patch testing, chemical peels, biologic injections, DermTech testing, viral and wound cultures, suture removal) by gathering equipment, handling instruments, obtaining consent, administering local anesthetic, photography, bandaging, preparing specimens for analysis, and post-procedure education.
- Sanitation, stocking, and organizing exam rooms. Package and sterilize medical instruments via autoclave to promote infection control.
- Answer telephone calls to schedule appointments, offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff accordingly.
- Send electronic and verbal prescriptions under licensed physician approval. Process Prior Authorization requests.
- Maintain HIPAA guidelines with patient communication to give laboratory results, coordinate care with office physicians, and/or clarify orders. File, organize, and scan medical documents.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to share knowledge and keep workflow moving smoothly.
- Collaborate care with outside physicians to enhance patient outcomes and individualize plan of care. Send referrals, as indicated.
- Administer biologic injections and local anesthetic injections, under direct physician supervision to ensure safety adherence.
- Navigate and obtain medical information through various electronic medical tools (Modernizing Medicine, Atlas, iPledge, CoverMyMeds).
- Utilize therapeutic communication through active listening, compassion, and empathy to form a positive patient relationship. Provide patients with alternative resources to find affordable treatment options.
- Maintain accurate and complete medical records to comply with Quality Care Measure standards and regulations.
Lifeguard
Aberdeen Pool
05.2015 - 09.2021
- Ensured swimmer safety through vigilant pool and pool deck surveillance and rule enforcement.
- Enhanced team performance through constructive feedback to and from other lifeguards.
- Maintained a safe and clean facility, performing daily cleaning of restrooms, concession area, pool, and pool deck. Cleared pool deck of debris to increase safety.
- Performed swim lessons for children aged 2-9 years old.
- Maintained proficiency in first responder skills, such as First Aid and CPR.
- Completed pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels, and other water chemistry twice daily.
- Assisted in training new lifeguards on safety procedures and protocol.
- Observed weather conditions and alerted patrons of potential dangers. Evacuated pool deck upon unsafe conditions.
- Provided exceptional customer service and increased patron satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Purdue University Northwest
Westville05.2024
No Degree - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
Valparaiso, INSkills
- Individualized Plan of Care and Appropriate Prioritization
- Teamwork, Collaboration, and Effective Communication
- Compassionate Bedside Manner
- Medical Terminology and Scribing
- Diabetes Management
- Maintaining Confidentiality and Privacy per HIPAA guidelines
- Detailed Electronic Charting, EMR/EHR
- Companionship and Emotional Support, Patient Advocacy
- Dermatology Exams, Pathology, Treatment, and Surgical Procedures
- BLS/CPR and First Aid Certification
- Evidence Based Practice Research
- Health Care Specialist Technical Certificate
Timeline
Medical Assistant/Medical Scribe
Illinois Institute of Dermatology
09.2019 - Current
Lifeguard
Aberdeen Pool
05.2015 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Purdue University Northwest
No Degree - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
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