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Summer Edmo

Pocatello,ID

Summary

Proven leader and compassionate healthcare professional with extensive experience at Health West, adept in OB/GYN care and patient-focused care. Skilled in specimen collection and fostering patient trust, I've significantly enhanced patient satisfaction. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and organizational skills, contributing to efficient clinic operations and high-quality patient care.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lab Assistant

Blackfoot Medical Center
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Maintained current knowledge of developments in technical instrumentation.
  • Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
  • Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
  • Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.

• Creating encounters for the patients.

• Running the Sofia Analyzers.

  • Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.

Intern

Portneuf Medical Center
06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.

Lead Teacher

Adventures In Daycare
04.2021 - 12.2021
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Coordinated field trips for classes and wrote detailed itineraries for student safety.
  • Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
  • Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.

Lead Teacher

The Lighthouse Preschool
02.2016 - 04.2021
  • Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
  • Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Designed training program to teach new teachers school guidelines and increase overall success.

Operations Associate

JCPenney
02.2013 - 01.2016
  • Worked closely with sales management to inspect sales process quality and prioritize opportunities for improvement.
  • Used consultative sales approach to understand and meet customer needs.
  • Resolved order issues efficiently and enhanced customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts and printed receipts to ring up customers.
  • Used consultative sales approach to understand customer needs and recommend relevant offerings.
  • Folded and arranged merchandise in attractive displays to drive sales.
  • Spoke to customers in native language to increase loyalty and establish relationships.

OB/GYN CCMA

Health West
04.2022 - Current
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
  • Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
  • Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest medical advancements in order to provide evidence-based care to patients.
  • Promoted healthy lifestyle choices among pregnant women through counseling on nutrition, exercise, stress management, and other important aspects of prenatal care.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop optimal treatment strategies for high-risk pregnancies, ensuring healthy outcomes for both mother and child.

Education

CCMA -

The National Institute For Medical Assistant
Denver, CO
09.2023

American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians - Certified Phlebotomy Technician CPT, ASPT

Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID
07.2021

Basic Technical Certificate - Early Childhood Education

Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID
06.2020

High School Diploma -

American Falls High School
American Falls, ID
2010

Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Organizational and Planning Skills
  • Program Leadership
  • Decision Making
  • Specimen Collection
  • Information Gathering
  • Goal Minded
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Patient-focused care
  • Compassionate
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Sterile technique
  • OB/GYN procedures
  • Prenatal nutrition
  • Attention to detail

Certification

  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
  • Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
  • IV certified
  • BLS, American Heart Association, CPR, and First Aid
  • AED Certification
  • Drug and Alcohol Technician

Timeline

OB/GYN CCMA

Health West
04.2022 - Current

Lab Assistant

Blackfoot Medical Center
08.2021 - 02.2022

Intern

Portneuf Medical Center
06.2021 - 07.2021

Lead Teacher

Adventures In Daycare
04.2021 - 12.2021

Lead Teacher

The Lighthouse Preschool
02.2016 - 04.2021

Operations Associate

JCPenney
02.2013 - 01.2016

CCMA -

The National Institute For Medical Assistant

American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians - Certified Phlebotomy Technician CPT, ASPT

Idaho State University

Basic Technical Certificate - Early Childhood Education

Idaho State University

High School Diploma -

American Falls High School
Summer Edmo