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KATHERINE POWALA

KATHERINE POWALA

Bonita Springs,FL

Summary

Highly motivated individual with experience in patient care and administrative duties. Confident in ability to thrive in various healthcare roles and currently attending Medical Assistant school to continue studies.

Searching for a Medical Assistant Externship/Internship for Summer of 2024. Hopeful that it will provide required hours to finish Medical Assistant school and improve current skills while learning additional skills. An internship will allow for old and knew knowledge to be applied in a clinical setting, giving real world experience.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Cape Regional Medical Center, Cape May Court
Cape May , NJ
2022.04 - 2022.08

Summer Internship 2022

  • Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.
  • Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
  • Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.

Hostess and Waitress

Avalon Yacht Club Inc
Avalon , NJ
2017.05 - 2022.06
  • Supported serving staff, food runners, and bussers to keep the dining room presentable and ready for guests
  • Assisted Waiters/Waitresses by taking guest's drink orders, delivering food, and clearing tables
  • Made special accommodations for customers by collaborating with front-of-house staff to move tables and adjust seating
  • Accommodated guests with special needs, including accommodations for child seats and wheelchairs

Care Attendant

UPMC Altoona
2021.12 - 2022.03
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care
  • Changed bed linens, made bed and laundered soiled linens to keep patients' bed

Hostess

Melting Pot | King of Prussia, PA
2020.01 - 2021.08
  • Greeted guests and gathered information to seat groups or place on waitlist.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Monitored dining area to assess server capacity and estimate wait times.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.

Volunteer: Teacher Assistant

Delaware County Christian School
Newtown Square , PA
2020.01 - 2020.03
  • Organized and distributed learning materials such as, homework, textbooks and classroom supplies.
  • Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.

Ended due to Covid-19

Volunteer: Assistant Coach

Delaware County Christian School
Newtown Square , PA
2019.12 - 2020.02

Ended due to Covid-19

Education

High School Diploma -

Delaware County Christian School
2007.08 - 2019.05

Bachelor of Science - BioBehavioral Health

The Pennsylvania State University | State College
2019.08 - 2023.08

Diploma - Medical Assistant

South Hills School of Business And Technology - State College
State College, PA
2022.08 - 2024.09

Skills

  • EMR / EHR
  • Simple dressings, Splinting
  • CPR, BLS, AED, First-Aid
  • Urinalysis and hCG testing
  • Vital Signs, EKGs
  • Teamwork
  • Customer Service
  • Leadership Skills
  • Organization Skills
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Medical terminology
  • Anatomy and Physiology

Work Availability

monday
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morning
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Timeline

Diploma - Medical Assistant

South Hills School of Business And Technology - State College
2022.08 - 2024.09

Patient Care Technician

Cape Regional Medical Center, Cape May Court
2022.04 - 2022.08

Care Attendant

UPMC Altoona
2021.12 - 2022.03

Hostess

Melting Pot | King of Prussia, PA
2020.01 - 2021.08

Volunteer: Teacher Assistant

Delaware County Christian School
2020.01 - 2020.03

Volunteer: Assistant Coach

Delaware County Christian School
2019.12 - 2020.02

Bachelor of Science - BioBehavioral Health

The Pennsylvania State University | State College
2019.08 - 2023.08

Hostess and Waitress

Avalon Yacht Club Inc
2017.05 - 2022.06

High School Diploma -

Delaware County Christian School
2007.08 - 2019.05
KATHERINE POWALA