Kimone Vassell- Richards
Manhattan,KS
Summary
Dynamic individual with proven expertise at Ascension Via Christi in aseptic techniques and patient confidentiality. Recognized for enhancing surgical efficiency and patient satisfaction through effective communication and critical thinking. Adept at managing complex scheduling and insurance verification, ensuring seamless operations and high-quality care delivery in fast-paced environments.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist/Nursing Unit Secretary
Ascension Via Christi
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted in preparing surgical instruments and sterile supplies for operations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of sterilization techniques and infection control protocols.
- Supported surgical teams by anticipating needs during procedures.
- Maintained an organized and sterile environment in the operating room.
- Managed patient admissions and discharges, ensuring accuracy in documentation and communication with medical staff.
- Coordinated scheduling of patient appointments, optimizing clinic flow and reducing wait times.
- Assisted healthcare professionals by maintaining accurate medical records and updating patient information in electronic systems.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and medical materials, supporting operational efficiency within the unit.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to enhance care delivery.
- Supported nursing staff by performing administrative tasks such as filing, photocopying, and answering phones.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients, adhering to infection control protocols.
Medical Assistant/Lead Medical Office Assistant
Heartland Pain Management
05.2024 - 06.2025
Patient Access Representative
Hi Desert Medical Center
01.2021 - 02.2023
Patient Care Technician
Hospital for Special Surgery, Main Campus
01.2017 - 07.2021
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration
Trident University International
Cypress, CA04-2026
Associate of Science - Leadership
Trident University International
Cypress, CA02-2025
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA06-2013
Skills
- Aseptic techniques
- Critical thinking
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Problem-solving
- Work quality evaluation
- Adaptable to change
- Patient confidentiality
- Customer service
- Healthcare law
- Organizational development
- Patient safety
- HIPAA compliance
- Multitasking and organization
- Healthcare compliance
- Operations management
- Environmental compliance
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 20 staff members.
- Achieved on outstanding award by completing my interview with the joint commission with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of 15 persons in the development of to test and purchase the Zflow pillow.
- Achieved the face of the hospital of special surgery for effectively helping with the overall improvement of the my fellow team.
- Collaborated with team of 5 in the research of Regenerative medicine and PRP.
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- Certified Customer Service
- BLS
- EKG and Phlebotomy
- Project Managment
- EMR ex Epic etc...
Timeline
Surgical Technologist/Nursing Unit Secretary
Ascension Via Christi
03.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant/Lead Medical Office Assistant
Heartland Pain Management
05.2024 - 06.2025
Patient Access Representative
Hi Desert Medical Center
01.2021 - 02.2023
Patient Care Technician
Hospital for Special Surgery, Main Campus
01.2017 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration
Trident University International
Associate of Science - Leadership
Trident University International
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
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