Kiara Contreras
Everett,WA
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with background in medical assistance, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient care, medical record keeping, and clinical procedures. Excels in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient experiences and seamless support to healthcare teams.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Community Health Center of Snohomish County
Arlington, Washington
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed.
- Provided assistance when performing minor surgical procedures.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Education
Pima Medical Institute
Seattle, WA08-2023
High School Diploma -
Oak Harbor High School
Oak Harbor, WA06-2022
Skills
- Point of care testing (POC)
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Electronic medical records
- Suture & staples removal
- Autoclave operations
- Vital signs and examinations
- Preparing specimens and samples
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- Sterile technique
- Lab equipment setup
- Prioritizing stat orders
- Patient scheduling
- Time management
- Ear irrigation
- Medical terminology
- Immunization administration
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Community Health Center of Snohomish County
06.2023 - Current
Pima Medical Institute
High School Diploma -
Oak Harbor High School