Katrina Rodriguez
Killeen,TX
Summary
Certified Medical Assistant with strong focus on patient care and clinical support. Skilled in administering medications, recording vital signs, and managing patient records. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective teamwork. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant 2
Baylor Scott & White
Killeen, TX
08.2015 - Current
- Performed patient intake, recording vital signs and medical histories accurately and reported any abnormal findings.
- Assisted healthcare providers during examinations, procedures, minor surgeries and treatment.
- Sterilize medical equipment and instruments to maintain a clean and safe environment.
- Proficiency in administration of vaccines and medications as directed by physicians while maintaining compliance with safety protocols and knowledge of the 5 rights.
- Carrying out routine patient tests, EKG's, collecting patient specimens, and assisting with casting.
- Changing sterile/non-sterile dressings and removing sutures and staples.
- Performed routine administrative task, such as answering and making phone calls, scheduling patient appointments and labs.
- Familiarity with medical terminology. Keep accurate and up to date medical records, charts, including recording patient information, preventative health care measures, test results and treatment plans.
- Maintain inventory of medical supplies, medications, and restock as necessary.
- Collaborate with others thru team huddles and meetings. Assisting in the mentoring and training of staff members.
- Exceptional patient care skills, including a comforting bedside manner.
- Adhere to HIPPA guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
Restorative Aide
Senior Care
Harker Heights, TX
06.2011 - 08.2015
- Follow residents Plan Of Care. Transfer residents to and from treatment area. Moved residents with the use of assisted devices ex: hoyer lifts and standing frames. Assisted residents to put on and remove supportive devices such as braces, splints and slings as directed per restorative plan. Safeguards, motivates and assist residents practicing exercises, functional activities, and walking skills, Observe residents during treatments and reports sign of fatigue, distress or other problems; documentation of treatment.
Medication Aide
Weston Inn
Temple, TX
01.2000 - 03.2002
- Administered medications accurately according to prescribed schedules and protocols.
- Monitored residents for adverse reactions and reported findings to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate medication logs and documentation for compliance purposes.
- Educated residents on medication purposes, dosages, and potential side effects effectively.
- Achieved high levels of efficiency while distributing medications by organizing daily routines around individual patient schedules and needs.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently maintaining and updating medication records for each patient.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Enhanced patient health by accurately administering prescribed medications according to schedule.
Education
Certified - Medical Assistant
Cybertex
Killeen, TX07-2015
High School Diploma -
Ellison High School
Killeen, TX05-1995
Certified - Pharmacy
Professional Career Institute
Atlanta, GA02-2004
Certified - Medication
CB Nurse Aide Training
Killeen, TX04-1999
Certified - Nurse Aide
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX09-1998
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology
- Specimens collection and processing labs
- Patient care/scheduling
- Clinical/patient documentation
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Sterilization techniques
- Inventory and supply management
- Basic life support
- Infection control
- Safety compliance
- Injection administration
- Direct patient care
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant 2
Baylor Scott & White
08.2015 - Current
Restorative Aide
Senior Care
06.2011 - 08.2015
Medication Aide
Weston Inn
01.2000 - 03.2002
Certified - Medical Assistant
Cybertex
High School Diploma -
Ellison High School
Certified - Pharmacy
Professional Career Institute
Certified - Medication
CB Nurse Aide Training
Certified - Nurse Aide
Central Texas College