Kaitlyn Kayquoptewa
Glendale,AZ
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Banner Urgent Care
01.2023 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
Certified Medical Assistant
North Country HealthCare-OBGYN
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Patient Care Technician
Honor Health Hospital
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
- Used principles of growth and development to provide age-specific treatment and care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Delivered high-quality care to Medical-Surgical patients in hospital facility.
Health Technician
Indian Health Service
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Participated in hospital and clinic staff meetings to discuss patient care.
- Performed diagnostic tests and reported results to healthcare providers.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Assisted physicians in diagnosis and treatment of patients.
Medical Assistant
Active Kids Pediatrics
02.2016 - 05.2017
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Assisted physicians with minor procedures, including preparing procedure room and sterilizing instruments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Medical Assistant
Healing Hearts Pediatrics
09.2015 - 02.2016
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- 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.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Medical Assistant Extern
WRIGHT FAMILY MEDICINE
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Prepared exam and treatment rooms for patient visits, availing all necessary supplies and equipment.
- Maintained clean and safe clinic environment to prevent injuries.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Collected histories, vitals, and current complaints via patient interviews.
Education
No Degree - Medical Assisting
Carrington College - MESA
Mesa, AZ06.2015
High School Diploma -
HOPI JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL
05.2014
Skills
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Instructional Plan Implementation
- Operating EKG Equipment
- Invoice Statements
- Injection Administration
- Specimen Collection
- HIPAA Compliance
- Efficiency Improvement
- Patient Flow Coordination
- Flu Vaccinations
- Dressing Removal
- Logging Messages
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Floor Assignments
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Administering Immunizations
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Scheduling
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Exam Room Preparation
- Multi-Line Telephone System Operation
- Patient Health Information Access
- EPIC EMR
- Social Perceptiveness
- Basic Laboratory Tests
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Answering Questions
- Healthcare Procedures
- Electronic Health Records
- Lab Specimens and Collections
- Processing Specimens
- Pulse Oximetry
- Endometrial Biopsy
- Payment Collection
- Rapid Strep Testing
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
- Medical Terminology
- Vitals Collection and Documentation
- Centrifuge Operation
- Performing EKGs
- Proper Waste Disposal
- Sterilize Instruments
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Updating Medical Records
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- BLS CERTIFIED - JAN/2023 TO PRESENT
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Banner Urgent Care
01.2023 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
North Country HealthCare-OBGYN
07.2022 - 12.2022
Patient Care Technician
Honor Health Hospital
07.2019 - 07.2022
Health Technician
Indian Health Service
06.2017 - 06.2019
Medical Assistant
Active Kids Pediatrics
02.2016 - 05.2017
Medical Assistant
Healing Hearts Pediatrics
09.2015 - 02.2016
Medical Assistant Extern
WRIGHT FAMILY MEDICINE
06.2015 - 08.2015
No Degree - Medical Assisting
Carrington College - MESA
High School Diploma -
HOPI JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- BLS CERTIFIED - JAN/2023 TO PRESENT
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