Overview
Work History
Education
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Kayla Forquer

Newburg

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Assistant

Mon General Hospital
Morgantown
01.2024 - Current
  • Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
  • Kept eye on supplies for both front office and examination rooms, restocking items several times per shift.
  • Assisted patients with basic care and provided excellent service.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Interacted closely with practitioners, nurses and patients and used effective interpersonal, active listening and communication skills.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
  • Rendered high level of support to stressed patients prior to procedures, offering comfort and listening ear.

Cosmetologist

Great Clips
Morgantown
08.2021 - 09.2024
  • Promoted additional services or products available in the salon.
  • Shaved, trimmed and shaped beards and mustaches.
  • Assisted with basic bookkeeping, filing and maintaining clients' records.
  • Introduced customers to cutting-edge beauty trends and products where applicable.
  • Collaborated with other professionals in the beauty industry.
  • Engaged with customers by providing friendly conversation during services.
  • Performed haircuts, coloring, highlighting and styling techniques.
  • Updated and maintained customer information records and beauty services provided.
  • Bleached, dyed or tinted hair using applicator or brush.
  • Trained or supervised other hairstylists, hairdressers and assistants.
  • Shampooed, conditioned and dried hair and scalp or hairpieces.
  • Maintained relationships with long-term clients while successfully handling daily walk-in appointments.

Cosmetologist

Great Clips
Clarksburg
01.2017 - 10.2020
  • Collaborated with other professionals in the beauty industry.
  • Engaged with customers by providing friendly conversation during services.
  • Shaved, trimmed and shaped beards and mustaches.
  • Promoted additional services or products available in the salon.
  • Advised clients on how to maintain their new hairstyles at home.
  • Provided consultations to clients on beauty treatments, products and services.
  • Met with customers to discuss style preferences and special requirements before treatment.
  • Trained new staff members on salon policies and procedures.

Clinical Assistant

Ruby Memorial Hospital
Morgantown
03.2018 - 01.2020
  • Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Assisted in the preparation of patients for examinations and treatments.
  • Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Interacted closely with practitioners, nurses and patients and used effective interpersonal, active listening and communication skills.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
  • Provided education to patients on health topics and preventive care measures.
  • Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.

Cosmetologist

Holiday Hair
Bridgeport
01.2014 - 06.2015
  • Shampooed, conditioned and dried hair and scalp or hairpieces.
  • Kept notes listing preferences and services provided to clients for quick reference.
  • Provided consultations to clients on beauty treatments, products and services.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer services provided.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appropriate retail products for their needs.
  • Cut, trimmed and shaped hair or hairpieces using clippers and scissors.
  • Stayed up-to-date on current and emerging trends to increase professional value and meet diverse client needs.
  • Fostered clean and sanitary work environment to protect customers and staff from infection.

Cosmetologist

Regis Aged Care
Bridgeport
05.2012 - 01.2014
  • Promoted additional services or products available in the salon.
  • Shaved, trimmed and shaped beards and mustaches.
  • Assisted with basic bookkeeping, filing and maintaining clients' records.
  • Used curlers, rollers and curling irons to press and curl hair.
  • Shaped eyebrows and removed facial hair using depilatory cream, tweezers or wax.
  • Attended continuing education classes to stay up-to-date with trends in the industry.
  • Developed a loyal client base through excellent customer service.
  • Ensured proper sanitation practices were followed at all times.

Education

Cosmetology

Clarksburg Beauty Academy
Clarksburg
04-2012

High School Diploma -

Bridgeport High School
Bridgeport, WV
05-2011

Skills

  • EKG administration
  • Supply restocking
  • Patient interaction
  • Active listening
  • Patient education
  • Patient care coordination
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Wound care management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Simple dressings
  • CPR
  • Patient toileting
  • Patient skin and nail care

Timeline

Clinical Assistant

Mon General Hospital
01.2024 - Current

Cosmetologist

Great Clips
08.2021 - 09.2024

Clinical Assistant

Ruby Memorial Hospital
03.2018 - 01.2020

Cosmetologist

Great Clips
01.2017 - 10.2020

Cosmetologist

Holiday Hair
01.2014 - 06.2015

Cosmetologist

Regis Aged Care
05.2012 - 01.2014

Cosmetology

Clarksburg Beauty Academy

High School Diploma -

Bridgeport High School
Kayla Forquer