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Kari Bumgardner

Spring Lake Park,MN

Summary

I am very committed to doing a job well done and finish all work that has been started with 100%. I am very organized and detail orientated. I am an enthusiastic, reliable, responsible person with excellent customer service and time management skill. I am very willing to learn new things and be a team player.

Professional healthcare provider with strong expertise in patient care and support. Skilled in assisting medical staff, managing patient needs, and maintaining healthcare standards. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and reliability in fast-paced environments. Proficient in vital signs monitoring and medical documentation.

Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Offers 20+ years of comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients for delivering five-star patient care.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
Blaine, MN
10.2025 - 01.2026
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas and equipment.
  • Supported healthcare team in implementing patient care plans effectively.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
  • Streamlined patient check-in process, enhancing efficiency of care delivery.
  • Ensured safety and well-being of patients through diligent observation and reporting of changes in condition.
  • Fostered clean and hygienic environment, reducing risk of infections.

Paraprofessional

Westwood Jr. High
Blaine, MN, United States
09.2024 - 07.2025
  • Worked with Special Needs 7th and 8th graders
  • Worked well independently and with my teachers I supported
  • Assisted students to their classes
  • Helped students take notes
  • Helped with assignments and projects.
  • Filed completed work into the students files.
  • Organized assignments in order for future use.
  • Engaged in playing games or coloring with the students on down time
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, fostering supportive learning environment.
  • Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
  • Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.

Paraprofessional

Spring Lake Park
Spring Lake Park, MN, United States
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Worked with Special Needs High School Students
  • Worked well independently and with my teachers I supported
  • Assisted students to their classes
  • Helped students take notes
  • Helped with assignments and projects.
  • Filed completed work into the students files.
  • Organized assignments in order for future use.
  • Engaged in playing games or coloring with the students on down time

Certified Medical Assistant

Allina Dermatology
Fridley, MN, United States
12.2021 - 10.2022
  • (Didn't work from October 2022-August 2023 due to a fall)
  • Documented Vital Signs, Chief Complaint and medications for the physicians
  • Roomed patients
  • Exceptional skills in EPIC software
  • Stocked and cleaned rooms
  • Set up procedure room, get appropriate forms for patient to sign prior to procedure
  • Assist physician with the procedure and clean up after
  • Clean and sterilize instruments

Certified Medical Assistant

Medix Staffing
Roseville, MN, United States
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Documented Vital Signs, Chief Complaint and medications for the physicians
  • Roomed patients
  • Exceptional skills in EPIC software
  • Stocked and cleaned rooms
  • Set up procedure room, get appropriate forms for patient to sign prior to procedure
  • Assist physician with the procedure and clean up after
  • Clean and sterilize instruments

Certified Medical Assistant

Pride Health
Minneapolis, MN, United States
02.2021 - 09.2021
  • Document vital signs, chief complaint and medications for the physician
  • Room Patients
  • Exceptional Skills in EPIC software
  • Stock and clean rooms
  • Pre-visit plan, call patients and remind them of upcoming appointments and if they need labs
  • Gave immunizations, injections

Certified Medical Assistant

Health Partners
Minneapolis, MN, United States
05.2013 - 12.2020
  • April 2018-December 2020 West Clinic
  • September 2016-April 2018 Endocrinology
  • May 2013-September 2016 Health Center for Women
  • Documented Vital Signs, Chief Complaint and medications for the physicians
  • Roomed patients
  • Exceptional skills in EPIC software
  • Stocked and cleaned rooms
  • Set up procedure room, get appropriate forms for patient to sign prior to procedure
  • Assist physician with the procedure and clean up after
  • Clean and sterilize instruments
  • Send out reminder letters for labs and follow up appointments

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant

Minnesota School Of Business, Brooklyn Center, MN, United States
09.2007
  • Associate of Applied Science Medical Assistant
  • Graduated with honors
  • GPA: 3.68

Skills

  • Outstanding Customer Service
  • Extremely Organized, Skills detailed oriented
  • Excellent communication
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • CPR certification
  • Patient observation
  • Infection control standards
  • Information protection
  • Infection prevention
  • Port and Fistula insertion
  • Compassionate care
  • Active listening
  • Team collaboration

Timeline

Patient Care Technician - Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
10.2025 - 01.2026
Paraprofessional - Westwood Jr. High
09.2024 - 07.2025
Paraprofessional - Spring Lake Park
09.2023 - 06.2024
Certified Medical Assistant - Allina Dermatology
12.2021 - 10.2022
Certified Medical Assistant - Medix Staffing
10.2021 - 12.2021
Certified Medical Assistant - Pride Health
02.2021 - 09.2021
Certified Medical Assistant - Health Partners
05.2013 - 12.2020
Minnesota School Of Business - Associate of Applied Science, Medical Assistant
Kari Bumgardner