Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with excellent communication skills. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background skills to new work environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Pediatric Partners Of Stafford
Stafford, Virginia
05.2017 - Current
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
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.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
Answered telephone calls to offer triage information, answer questions patients may have
Emergency Medical Technician-Basic
Stafford Hospital
Stafford , Virginia
06.2016 - 03.2017
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during medical care.
Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
Leveraged defibrillator, oxygen, suction devices, CPR and other procedures and medications to provide advanced medical care.
Participated in community programs to maintain company image and establish strong community relations.
Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients in the hospital setting.
Protected self and others to prevent risk of communicable diseases and comply with safety regulations and procedures.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and other hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of protocols, procedures and medical advances.
Performed medical assessments, including airway management and splinting of fractures.
Provided patient education on post-hospital care and safety
Assessed patient conditions, maintaining calm demeanor in urgent situations.
Dressed and cleaned wounds, helped with administering medications and performed other duties as needed.
Used medical equipment and supplies, such as oxygen tanks and other supplies
Completed EKG's and other tests based on patient presentation
Education
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technology
Stafford County Fire/Rescue
Stafford County
05.2001 -
Skills
Efficient and reliable team player
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Timeline
Medical Assistant
Pediatric Partners Of Stafford
05.2017 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician-Basic
Stafford Hospital
06.2016 - 03.2017
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technology
Stafford County Fire/Rescue
05.2001 -
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