JO-LENA DEMBY
Atlantic City,NJ
Summary
Skilled Medical Assistant with extensive experience in patient assessments and clinical procedures. Known for supporting healthcare teams through effective communication and commitment to patient satisfaction. Strong background in maintaining operational efficiency and ensuring compliance with safety standards in diverse healthcare environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
AtlantiCare Physician Group, Primary Care Plus
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Recorded patient histories and vital signs in electronic health records.
- Performed routine laboratory tests and collected specimens for analysis.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
- Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
- Provided support to patients by helping them fill out forms and answering their questions about health care services.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
APG Breast Surgery EHT
Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey
06.2024 - 03.2025
- Monitored vital signs of patients to ensure accurate health assessments.
- Assisted with office procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Shadowed physicians to gain insights into clinical practices.
- Managed referral processes to streamline patient care.
- Answered telephone inquiries to provide timely assistance.
- Handled fax communications to maintain efficient information flow.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
VITURA
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Room patients
- Vital Signs
- Vaccines
- Prior Authorization
- Answer Telephones
- Office Assistant
- Primary Care
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Family Medicine Residential Clinic
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Vital Signs
- Vaccines
- Assist with minor procedures
- NST
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
ATLANTICARE
12.2013 - 09.2022
- Vitals
- Prior authorization
- Wound care
- Chief complaint
- Urine dips, injections
- Assist Doctors with procedures
- Vascular
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Private Duty
06.2009 - 12.2013
- Bathing
- Dressing
- Feeding
- Vital signs
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
MEADOW VIEW NURSING HOME
09.2006 - 05.2009
- Bathing
- Dressing
- Feeding
- Vital Signs
Certified Nursing Assistant
Our Lady's Multi-Care Center
06.2005 - 08.2006
- Bathing
- Dressing
- Feeding
- Vital Signs
Certified Home Health Aide
Holy Redeemer
09.2000 - 12.2000
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene and grooming needs
- Managed laundry tasks for clients to ensure cleanliness and comfort
- Performed grocery shopping for clients to ensure access to essential supplies
Education
REGISTERED NURSE -
ATLANTIC CAPE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Mays Landing, NJ01-2005
CERTIFIED HOME HEALTH AIDE -
SHORE CARE
Somers Point, NJ01-1999
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
ATLANTIC COUNTY VOCATIONAL SCHOOL
Mays Landing, NJ01-1997
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
ATLANTIC CITY HIGH SCHOOL
Atlantic City, NJ01-1994
Skills
- Injections and immunizations
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Safety regulations
- Technical proficiency
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Customer engagement
Certification
- NHA Certification
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
AtlantiCare Physician Group, Primary Care Plus
03.2025 - Current
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
APG Breast Surgery EHT
06.2024 - 03.2025
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
VITURA
05.2023 - 05.2024
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Family Medicine Residential Clinic
10.2022 - 02.2023
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
ATLANTICARE
12.2013 - 09.2022
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Private Duty
06.2009 - 12.2013
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
MEADOW VIEW NURSING HOME
09.2006 - 05.2009
Certified Nursing Assistant
Our Lady's Multi-Care Center
06.2005 - 08.2006
Certified Home Health Aide
Holy Redeemer
09.2000 - 12.2000
REGISTERED NURSE -
ATLANTIC CAPE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
CERTIFIED HOME HEALTH AIDE -
SHORE CARE
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
ATLANTIC COUNTY VOCATIONAL SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
ATLANTIC CITY HIGH SCHOOL