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Karen Edmonds

McDonough,GA

Summary

Dedicated Patient Care technician & Pediatric Medical Assistant with proven adaptability and empathy, excelling in high-stress environments like Wellstar Spalding Hospital's Emergency Department. Skilled in EKGs and patient care, I significantly reduced wait times by efficiently triaging cases. My proactive approach in patient education and medication administration underscores my commitment to optimal patient outcomes.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pediatric Medical Assistant

McDonough Pediatrics
10.2022 - Current
  • Administered vaccinations and medications for timely delivery of essential treatments.
  • Assisted doctors with exams and procedures, ensuring optimal patient comfort and care.
  • Prepared examination rooms with necessary equipment and supplies, optimizing efficiency during appointments.
  • Proactively addressed parent concerns regarding their child''s health, providing reassurance while working closely with physicians to develop appropriate care plans.
  • Phlebotomy
  • Data entry in EMR

Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department

Spalding Hospital
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • Obtained and recorded vital signs in EMR.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations, fostering trust and positive relationships.
  • Demonstrated adaptability under pressure while working in a high-stress environment with unpredictable situations arising throughout each shift.
  • Facilitated rapid response to critical events in the Emergency Department by remaining alert, prepared, and engaged throughout each shift.
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Reduced wait times for patients by efficiently triaging cases and assigning appropriate resources based on urgency.
  • Contributed to efficient emergency department operations by effectively prioritizing and managing tasks.
  • EKG’s
  • Splint application

Pediatric Medical Assistant

Zoe Pediatrics
02.2020 - 09.2022

Obtained and recorded vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG’s

Pharyngeal testing

Administered state requirement vaccines

Patient and family education

Scheduled appointments

Administered medication

Education

Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomy - Medical Assistant

TESST College of Technology
Towson, MD
08.2005

Skills

Time management

Vital signs

Empathy

Attention to detail

EKG

Patient care

Adaptability

Certification

BLS American Red Cross Pediatric and Adult

Nationally Certified Medical Assistant NAHP

Phlebotomy NAHP

Timeline

Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department

Spalding Hospital
08.2023 - 02.2024

Pediatric Medical Assistant

McDonough Pediatrics
10.2022 - Current

Pediatric Medical Assistant

Zoe Pediatrics
02.2020 - 09.2022

Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomy - Medical Assistant

TESST College of Technology
Karen Edmonds