Gracie Souza
Vacaville,CA
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant graduate with a strong foundation in clinical procedures and patient advocacy. Committed to transitioning into the sector of Women's Health to provide compassionate, specialized care. Eager to leverage hands-on clinical experience as a stepping stone toward an accredited certification in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, focusing on high-quality obstetric, abdominal, and gynecological imaging. Currently completing a degree in Health Sciences and looking to expand my knowledge by completing an advanced Ultrasound technology program with my experience.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Northbay Urgent Care
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted in patient intake and registration processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and medical supplies.
- Supported nurses and physicians during patient examinations and procedures.
- Documented patient histories and vital signs in electronic health records systems.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care instructions.
- Managed appointment scheduling and coordinated referrals to specialists as needed.
- Typically see up to 32 patients per 10hr shift
- Participated in ongoing training to improve clinical skills and knowledge of medical protocols.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing, and scanning documents.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing the operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Medical Assistant/Surgery Tech
AAPMC - Chronic Pain Managment Clinic and Surgery Center
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Assisted the physician in OR surgeries/procedures
- Monitor patients in PACU and post-op care prior to discharge
- Front desk check-in/checkout/rescheduling
- Prepare patients for surgery/procedures/bedside duties
- Practice with C-arm x-ray machine during procedures
Education
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Solano Community College
Fairfield, California, CA07-2026
High School Diploma -
Vacaville High School
Vacaville06-2023
Skills
- Medical terminology
- Vital sign monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Direct patient care
- Phlebotomy
- Procedure assistance
- Specimens collection and processing
- Professionalism and ethics
- Medical office administration
- OB/GYN procedures
- Professional bedside manner
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- CMA II - Certified Medical Assistant II
- CPT - Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- CPR/BLS - Basic Life Support and CPR certified
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Northbay Urgent Care
01.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant/Surgery Tech
AAPMC - Chronic Pain Managment Clinic and Surgery Center
03.2024 - 12.2024
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Solano Community College
High School Diploma -
Vacaville High School