Jaquita Ragin-Anderson
Bridgeport,CT
Summary
Highly motivated medical assistant with a desire to take on new challenges. I am someone with a strong work ethic; I am an outgoing, highly motivated individual; I am a great team player; I am adaptable; and I have exceptional interpersonal skills. I am adept at working effectively, and I am seeking employment opportunities that will allow me to grow and be part of great team dynamic environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Ceberal palsy of Westche/ Bridge School
Rye Brook , NY
11.2023 - Current
- Supported teachers in preparing materials for lessons and activities.
- Created learning materials such as worksheets, games, projects.
- Encouraged positive social interaction among students.
- Provided guidance and support to fellow students on academic issues.
Medical Assistant
Willows Pediatric Group
Westport, CT
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Community Residence Counselor
Ceberal Palsy of Westchester
Rye Brook , CT
11.2016 - 11.2021
- Organized recreational activities that promoted physical health and emotional wellbeing.
- Encouraged positive interpersonal relationships between clients, family, and staff.
- Provided guidance on independent living skills such as budgeting, cooking, cleaning.
- Monitored medication administration according to established protocols.
- Provided direct supervision and support to residents in a residential setting.
- Assisted in developing crisis prevention strategies for challenging behaviors.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and behavior.
Specimen Technician
Quest Diagnostics
Port Chester, NY
02.2016 - 10.2018
- Organized and managed the daily workflow in the lab environment.
- Prepared and labeled specimens for microscopic examination.
- Coordinated with external vendors for delivery of supplies or services related to specimen processing.
- Performed routine laboratory tests such as urinalysis, blood tests.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies needed for specimen processing and ordered additional items when necessary.
- Adhered to safety standards while handling potentially infectious specimens.
- Maintained specimen collection records accurately and efficiently.
- Ensured proper labeling of all specimens prior to analysis or storage.
Medical Assistant
ABS Staffing Solutions
Manhattan, NY
10.2013 - 09.2016
- Filed insurance claims forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Education
High School Diploma -
Port Chester Senior High School
Port Chester, NY06-2011
Some College (No Degree) - Bachelors of Science in Psychology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Special Education
- Student Engagement
- Positive Attitude
- CPR and First Aid
- Clerical Support
Certification
- Medical Assistant Certificate ; August 2021- May 2022
- Medical assistant Certificate : December 2012- July 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Ceberal palsy of Westche/ Bridge School
11.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Willows Pediatric Group
06.2022 - 05.2023
Community Residence Counselor
Ceberal Palsy of Westchester
11.2016 - 11.2021
Specimen Technician
Quest Diagnostics
02.2016 - 10.2018
Medical Assistant
ABS Staffing Solutions
10.2013 - 09.2016
High School Diploma -
Port Chester Senior High School
Some College (No Degree) - Bachelors of Science in Psychology
University of Phoenix