Helen McDonald
Oklahoma City
Summary
Driven by commitment to compassionate patient care, brings wealth of interpersonal skills to create supportive and collaborative environment. Demonstrates deep understanding of patient needs and excels in providing empathetic and persuasive communication to ensure comfort and trust. Strong ability to work seamlessly with medical teams, fostering cooperative atmosphere that enhances patient outcomes. Adept at handling diverse patient interactions with patience and generosity, ensuring positive experience for all.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Bone and Joint SSM
2026.02 - Current
- Scheduled patient appointments efficiently, optimizing office workflow and reducing wait times.
- Supported physicians during examinations, preparing necessary instruments and maintaining sterile environments.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Patient Care Technician
St. Anthonys
2024.06 - 2025.07
- Assisted patients with eating, bathing, and grooming, supporting activities of daily living.
- Reported changes in patient status to nursing staff in a timely manner.
- Provided direct patient care to patients with chronic illnesses or disabilities under the supervision of a registered nurse or other healthcare professional.
- Participated in multi-skilled activities, supporting patient-centered approach to achieving desired outcomes.
Child Life Volunteer
Integris Baptist Hospital
2023.06 - 2024.12
- Assisted with playroom activities, such as arts and crafts, games, and books.
- Developed positive relationships with patients through therapeutic play techniques.
Shadowing Student
Atlantis
2024.05 - 2024.06
- Utilized critical thinking skills to observe how healthcare professionals diagnose illnesses or injuries accurately.
- Shadowed doctors in Athens Greece to become well versed on different types of healthcare around the world.
- Observed Doctors in different specialties including Orthopedics, Emergency Medicine, and Internal Medicine.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Psychology
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK, US2026-05
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Compassionate care
- Problem-solving
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Dependable and responsible
- Critical thinking
- Calm under pressure
- Medical terminology knowledge
Certification
- BLS
- CPR
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Bone and Joint SSM
2026.02 - Current
Patient Care Technician
St. Anthonys
2024.06 - 2025.07
Shadowing Student
Atlantis
2024.05 - 2024.06
Child Life Volunteer
Integris Baptist Hospital
2023.06 - 2024.12
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Psychology
University of Oklahoma
Awards & Honors
University College Dean's Honor Roll, Academic Achievement scholarship