Kiara Thurman
Kalamazoo
Summary
Medical Assistant 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
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Ascension Borgess Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Assist with rooming patients, vital signs, charting.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT
Ascension Borgess Hospital
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted patients with tasks of daily living, recording and entering vital signs, nursing aide.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
PRESCHOOL TEACHING ASSISTANT
Evergreen CDC
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Worked with preschool age children 3-5 years old, assisted with learning activities, play, and cognitive development.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
Food Service Associate
Touchpoint Medical
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for optimal food prep efficiency.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient food service.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
YMCA Of Greater Kalamazoo
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Aided in the preparation of instructional materials, ensuring resources were readily available for each lesson.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and enthusiasm in all interactions.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Provided individualized support for students, addressing unique learning needs and fostering growth in all areas.
Education
Bachelors in University Studies with a Concentration in Health Studies -
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, Michigan04.2023
High School Diploma -
Kalamazoo Central High School
Kalamazoo, Michigan06.2018
Skills
- English
- Customer assistance
- Team work
- Problem solving
- Creativity
- Active listening
- Adaptability
- HIPAA Compliance
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
Certification
BLS Certification
Experience
Proactive, customer-orientated retail professional with over 4 years of experience in reputable shops. Received 3 'Passion Awards' for delivering outstanding service and have consistently surpassed my target KPIs for mystery shoppers.
Timeline
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Ascension Borgess Hospital
09.2023 - Current
PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT
Ascension Borgess Hospital
02.2023 - 09.2023
PRESCHOOL TEACHING ASSISTANT
Evergreen CDC
03.2022 - 10.2022
Food Service Associate
Touchpoint Medical
08.2021 - 04.2022
Assistant Preschool Teacher
YMCA Of Greater Kalamazoo
07.2020 - 07.2021
Bachelors in University Studies with a Concentration in Health Studies -
Western Michigan University
High School Diploma -
Kalamazoo Central High School
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