Kayla Ivey
Atlanta,GA
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
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Medical Assistant
Piedmont Urgent Care By Wellstreet
05.2021 - 09.2023
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Medical Assistant
Peachtree Immediate Care
04.2017 - 05.2021
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
- 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.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Mental Health Associate
Lakeview Behavioral Health
02.2015 - 03.2017
- Communicated effectively, both orally and in writing, with patients from diverse backgrounds.
- Strategized with clinical team to prevent inmate diversion, abuse and recidivism.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Administered medications to relieve symptoms and monitor effects on clients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
MedTech College
Atlanta, GA08.2015
High School Diploma -
Miller Grove High School
Lithonia, GA05.2011
Skills
- Account Management
- Patient Skin and Nail Care
- IV Discontinuation
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Wound Care and Irrigation
- Customer Service
- Charting Expertise
- Proper Sterilization Techniques
- EMR Systems
- Simple Dressings
- EKG Set Up and Monitoring
- First Aid
- Antigen Testing
- Patient Assessments
- Knowledge of EKG Rhythm Interpretation
- X-Ray Processing
- STD Counseling
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- Phlebotomy
Certification
DOT UDS Specimen Collector
Xray Radiation Detection
BLS
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Piedmont Urgent Care By Wellstreet
05.2021 - 09.2023
Medical Assistant
Peachtree Immediate Care
04.2017 - 05.2021
Mental Health Associate
Lakeview Behavioral Health
02.2015 - 03.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
MedTech College
High School Diploma -
Miller Grove High School
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