Kathryn Gonzalez
Randolph ,MA
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
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Private Duty In-Home Care
North Weymouth, MA
03.2017 - Current
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
Registered Medical Assistant
Erickson Living/Linden Pond Independent Living
Hingham, MA
06.2019 - 02.2021
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Monitored Type test accuracy using quality controls.
- Measured patient spirometry.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Efficiently performed insurance verifications, pre-certifications and pre-authorization functions.
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
Pediatric Medical Assistant
Signature HealthCARE
Brockton, MA
01.2014 - 12.2017
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
Registered Medical Assistant (Pediatric)
Allied Pediatrics (Children's Clinic)
Brockton , Mass
12.2012 - 03.2014
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Education
Registration/Certified - EKG, Phlebotomy, Clinical Courses
DeWalt Institute
Braintree, MA02.2011
Certified - Medical Assisting Course
American Careers Institute
Granite Street Braintree Mass12.2000
Skills
- Sharps Disposal
- Laboratory Assay Analysis
- Biohazardous Waste Disposal
- BAC and Drug Screening
- Coagulation and Hematology Analyzers
- Reagent Mixing
- Medical Laboratory Equipment
- Processing Specimens
- Blood and Urine Analysis
- Administrative Support
- File Organization and Maintenance
- Medical Interpretation
- Glucose Monitors and Meters
- Butterfly Needles
- Pulse Oximetry
- Pathogenic Microorganisms Studies
- Biohazard Disposal
- Petri Dish Handling
- Hematology
- Bone Marrow Aspiration
- Urinalysis
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- RMA - Registered Medical Assistant
Timeline
Registered Medical Assistant
Erickson Living/Linden Pond Independent Living
06.2019 - 02.2021
Certified Medical Assistant
Private Duty In-Home Care
03.2017 - Current
Pediatric Medical Assistant
Signature HealthCARE
01.2014 - 12.2017
Registered Medical Assistant (Pediatric)
Allied Pediatrics (Children's Clinic)
12.2012 - 03.2014
Registration/Certified - EKG, Phlebotomy, Clinical Courses
DeWalt Institute
Certified - Medical Assisting Course
American Careers Institute
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