Josef Melitz
Support Specialist
Boston,MA
Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over a decade of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Belmont Medical Associates
02.2016 - 01.2017
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Exercise Physiologist
Mount Auburn Hospital
08.2012 - 09.2015
- Reviewed medical records to determine exercise precautions and contra-indications prior to patient visit.
- Delivered exercise guidance to patients recovering from heart attack, lung cancer, stroke and other major health crises to rebuild strength and endurance.
- Created fitness and exercise programs to help patients recover from chronic diseases and improve overall physical health.
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers to develop comprehensive care plans.
Research Assistant (Psychophysiology)
Northeastern University
06.2011 - 12.2012
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Maintained and calibrated various types of lab equipment.
- Scheduled appointments with test subjects over phone and through email.
- Conducted tests on equipment and instruments for quality.
Patient Care Associate (Emergency Department)
Mount Auburn Hospital
06.2008 - 04.2009
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care during daily interactions.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Education
Master of Social Work - Clinical Social Work
Simmons College
Boston, MA2019
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of Massachusetts - Boston
Boston, MA2009
Skills
- Clinical Applications
- Assisting with Physical Exams
- Proper Sterilization Techniques
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- EMR Systems
- Mobile Device Operation
- Medical Procedures Understanding
- Electrocardiographic Rhythm Recognition
- Operating EKG Equipment
- Customer Relationship Management
- Medical Terminology
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Belmont Medical Associates
02.2016 - 01.2017
Exercise Physiologist
Mount Auburn Hospital
08.2012 - 09.2015
Research Assistant (Psychophysiology)
Northeastern University
06.2011 - 12.2012
Patient Care Associate (Emergency Department)
Mount Auburn Hospital
06.2008 - 04.2009
Master of Social Work - Clinical Social Work
Simmons College
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of Massachusetts - Boston
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