Kenyatta Garrett
Roseland,LA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant Student Intern
Southeast Community Health System
11.2023 - Current
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
DSW Worker (caregiver)
Efficient Care
05.2008 - Current
- Completed home management tasks by preparing meals, grocery shopping and cleaning.
- Transported and accompanied clients to therapy and doctor appointments.
- Assisted clients per with bathing, dressing, grooming and eating.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Petra College
Hammond, LA01.2023
High School Diploma -
Jewel M. Sumner High School
Kentwood, LA05.2008
Skills
- Nursing Assistance
- Workload Prioritization
- Continuous Quality Improvement
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Empathy and compassion
- Team collaboration
- Lab specimen collection
- Vital signs monitoring
Timeline
Medical Assistant Student Intern
Southeast Community Health System
11.2023 - Current
DSW Worker (caregiver)
Efficient Care
05.2008 - Current
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Petra College
High School Diploma -
Jewel M. Sumner High School