Kara Walls
1207 Chimera Ln, Fort Walton Beach,FL
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
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Advocates For Women's Health
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
- Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport wile working in the lab.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport wile working in the lab.
- Experienced with setting up and assisting procedures such as Colpos, endometrial biopsies etc.
Medical Assistant
HCA Healthcare Inc.
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weig
- Worked as part of team of physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Optimized machinery and obtained consistent, accurate results through proper equipment calibration.
- Reviewed available supplies, identified deficiencies and located necessary materials to meet operational demands.
- Collected, evaluated and set up both sterile and non-sterile surgical supplies, instruments and equipment.
- Checked patient identifying information against records to uphold strict security, safety and regulatory standards.
- Gathered, charted and analyzed patient history data and discussed key points with clinicians.
- Monitored patients throughout surgical procedures and tests by using devices such as video recorders and internal ultrasounds.
- Experienced with instruments and sterilizing instruments.
- Familiar with setting up and assisting in office procedures such as vasectomies, Botox, prostate biopsies, cystos etc.
GI Technician
Emerald Coast Surgery Center
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by providing thorough GI assessments and delivering high-quality care.
- Reduced procedure time for colonoscopies by streamlining pre-operative preparations and patient education.
- Enhanced patient comfort during procedures by employing effective communication and pain management techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring optimal patient care.
- Retrieved and disposed of specimens according to established protocols.
- Documented patient information according to established procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians and nurses to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Cleaned and disinfected endoscopic equipment and scopes according to infection control guidelines and standards.
- Setup and tore down patient roots to clean up past procedures and prepare for upcoming appointments.
- Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Interviewed patients to obtain consent and record drug allergies prior to pre-procedure drug administration.
- Closely followed surgical schedules to sanitize and asses recovery rooms.
- Prepared patients for procedures to assist doctors, nurses and support staff.
- Prepared for upcoming procedures by effectively setting up and tearing down rooms.
- Kept detailed track of inventory levels and placed orders for new supplies.
- Prepared patients for procedures by measuring vital statistics and applying necessary monitoring equipment.
- Verified proper stocking and readiness of day surgery and operating rooms by ordering equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
- Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
- Contributed to the improvement of patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing a compassionate and professional care experience.
- Mentored new technicians joining the team, fostering an environment conducive to learning and professional growth.
- Optimized departmental workflow through diligent inventory management, ensuring necessary supplies were always available.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by diligently adhering to HIPAA regulations throughout all aspects of care provision.
- Assisted in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disorders through accurate collection and processing of biopsy specimens.
- Supported physicians during complex procedures, anticipating needs and assisting with critical tasks.
Disease Investigator Administrator
Health Department
04.2020 - 04.2021
- Working closely with investigators to obtain a safe and healthy environment to stop the spread of COVID.
- Recommending isolation and quarantine per protocol and teaching measures to prevent any further spread to the community.
- Encouraging people to monitor all symptoms and quarantine.
- Providing appropriate community resources.
- Ensuring any mistakes are corrected while creating and running charts to keep organized.
Medical Assistant
Louisville Orthopedic Clinic
03.2024 - 01.2025
- Contributed to increased clinic revenue by effectively promoting ancillary services such as physical therapy or durable medical equipment when appropriate for patient needs.
- Educated patients on postoperative care instructions, resulting in fewer complications and faster recoveries following surgical procedures.
- Enhanced team collaboration by participating in regular staff meetings, sharing insights and proactive suggestions to improve patient care and workflow efficiency.
- Exhibited strong organizational skills when managing inventory levels for medical supplies, ensuring that all necessary items were stocked and available when needed.
- Developed positive relationships with patients through empathetic listening skills combined with a genuine interest in their well-being during their time at the clinic.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Cut cast and took out sutures
- Answered medical questions
- Relayed messages from dr to patient
Education
Accredited Comprehensive Medical Assistant Diploma -
MedQuest College
Louisville, KY10.2020
Skills
- Pharmacy Relations
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Social Perceptiveness
- Examination Preparation
- Blood and Tissue Collection
- Routine Laboratory Testing
- Cleaning and Organizing
- Clinical and Operational Judgement
- Updating Medical Records
- Medical Procedures Understanding
- Endometrial Biopsy
- Proper Sterilization Techniques
- HIPAA Compliance
- Punch Biopsies
- Medical Assistance
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Inventory and Supply Management
- EMR Systems
- Phlebotomy Functions
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Performing Urinalysis
- Performing Immunizations
- Vitals Collection and Documentation
- Administering Vaccines
- Explaining Instructions
- Performing EKGs
- Sharps Disposal
- Proper Waste Disposal
Certification
BLS
Additional Information
Previous clinical lead and preceptor
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Louisville Orthopedic Clinic
03.2024 - 01.2025
GI Technician
Emerald Coast Surgery Center
04.2023 - 03.2024
Medical Assistant
HCA Healthcare Inc.
01.2023 - 04.2023
Medical Assistant
Advocates For Women's Health
05.2021 - 12.2022
Disease Investigator Administrator
Health Department
04.2020 - 04.2021
Accredited Comprehensive Medical Assistant Diploma -
MedQuest College
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