Heather Cantrell
Fayetteville,AR
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Imaging Assistant
Washington Regional Medical Center
Fayetteville, US
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients in preparing for imaging exams by providing instructions on positioning, breathing techniques.
- Escorted patients for imaging examinations to facility's radiology diagnostic area.
- Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating, and emergency rooms.
- Provided assistance with patient transport between departments for exams and treatments.
- Imputed patients' information into TeleTracking to ensure they were transported to the proper room at the proper time.
- Stocked supplies in imaging rooms and maintained proper inventory levels.
PCA Personal Care Assistant
Good Shepard
Springdale, US
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Delivered assistance in grooming and dressing tasks.
- Maintained consistent medication reminder system.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.
- Provided companionship to enhance client well-being.
- Transported clients from one location to another in an efficient manner.
- Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by the physician or dietitian.
Phlebotomist (PRN)
Northwest Community Healthcare
Springdale, US
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Maintained patient comfort and safety throughout the phlebotomy process.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
Phlebotomist
MANA Family Medicine
Springdale, US
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures.
- Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Generated precise images of target body areas to aid physicians in diagnosing patients' issues.
- Utilized radiation safety measures and protection devices to promote safety of staff and patients.
- Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
Medical Assistant
Washington Regional Senior clinic
Fayetteville, US
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Rooming patients taking vital signs calling in prescriptions, sending referrals
Medical Assistant
Mercy GoHealth Urgent Care
Bentonville, US
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests and sample analyses to monitor diseases.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
PCA Personal Care Assistant
Home Helpers Homecare
Rogers, US
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Taking care of elderly patients
- Assist with groom and daily needs such as cooking, cleaning
Medical Assistant
Arkansas Physical Health & Rehab
Fayetteville, US
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Taking vital signs and entering them using EMR
- Assisting patients with physical therapy
- Setting up patients for E-stem machine
- Assisting patients to the correct doctor
- This was an externship
Production
Baldor
Westville, OK
11.2006 - 06.2016
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
NWACC
Bentonville, AR05-2024
certificate - RMA
Blue Cliff College-Fayetteville
Fayetteville, AR04.2021
Certificate - LLRT
Petra
Springdale, AR11.2020
Radiology
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MOCertification
- Certified Medical Assistant, Present
- CPR Certification, 01/01/21 to Present
- First Aid Certification, 01/01/21 to Present
- AED Certification
- Certified Medication Aide
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- CNA
- BLS Certification, 05/01/23 to 05/01/25
- LLRT, 06/01/22 to 06/01/24
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), 04/01/21 to 04/01/24
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Accomplishments
President's list all terms at Bluecliff
Deans list twice at NWACC
Deans list fall semester At MSSU
Timeline
Imaging Assistant
Washington Regional Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
PCA Personal Care Assistant
Good Shepard
07.2023 - 06.2024
Phlebotomist (PRN)
Northwest Community Healthcare
07.2023 - 02.2024
Phlebotomist
MANA Family Medicine
11.2021 - 05.2023
Medical Assistant
Washington Regional Senior clinic
08.2021 - 11.2021
Medical Assistant
Mercy GoHealth Urgent Care
05.2021 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant
Arkansas Physical Health & Rehab
03.2021 - 04.2021
PCA Personal Care Assistant
Home Helpers Homecare
06.2020 - 05.2021
Production
Baldor
11.2006 - 06.2016
- Certified Medical Assistant, Present
- CPR Certification, 01/01/21 to Present
- First Aid Certification, 01/01/21 to Present
- AED Certification
- Certified Medication Aide
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- CNA
- BLS Certification, 05/01/23 to 05/01/25
- LLRT, 06/01/22 to 06/01/24
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), 04/01/21 to 04/01/24
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
NWACC
certificate - RMA
Blue Cliff College-Fayetteville
Certificate - LLRT
Petra
Radiology
Missouri Southern State University