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
Independence, LA
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
Hammond, LA
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