Laprise Derden
Stone Mountain,GA
Summary
A Medical Assistant seeking an opportunity as a quality healthcare provider at a healthcare facility. To pursue and excel in a growth oriented company by upholding to the standards of the organization while gaining experience and knowledge. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
The Allergy And Asthma Center
Brookhaven, GA
01.2024 - Current
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
Medical Assistant Extern
Vitainfuse Therapy
Stone Mountain, GA
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and information such as test resulted in medical records
- Performed routine laboratory tests and sample analyses
- Changed dressings on wounds
- Operated x-ray, electrocardiogram (EKG), and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests
Therapeutic Assistant
Veritas Collaborative
Dunwoody, GA
04.2019 - 12.2022
- Kept records and prepared reports for owner and management concerning visits with clients
- Submitted reports and review reports and problems with superior
- Developed and implemented behavioral management and care plans for clients
- Demonstrated use and care of equipment for tenant use
- Oversaw day-to-day group activities of residents in institution
- Observed clients' food selections and recommended alternate economical and nutritional food choices
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and information such as test resulted in medical records
- Explained treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients
- Set up medical laboratory equipment
- Performed routine laboratory tests and sample analyses
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies
- Changed dressings on wounds
- Operated x-ray, electrocardiogram (EKG), and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests
- Obtained medical information and measured vital signs, weight and height
- Performed general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation and completing insurance forms
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information
- Interpreted and explained medical instructions to patients and family members
- Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure and heart rate
- Monitored pain and provided comfort measures, reporting abnormalities to nursing staff
CNA
Visiting Angels
Roswell, GA
08.2015 - 06.2021
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
Education
Medical Assisting Diploma -
United Education Institute
Stone Mountain, GA12.2022
CNA In Health Occupations -
Brunswick Job Corps
Brunswick, GA08.2006
Skills
- Caregiving
- Mental health experience
- Infection control
- Medication assisting
- Vital Signs
- Catheter Care
- Medication Administration
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Cleaning and Organizing
- Blood and Tissue Collection
- Diagnostic Testing
- Coordinating Drug Refills
- Operating EKG Equipment
- Routine Laboratory Testing
- Patient Relations
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Drivers License
- State Tested Nursing Assistant
- BLS Certification
Additional Information
Implemented and administered programs and services in health care and medical facility, including personnel administration, training and coordination of medical, nursing and physical plant staff., Conducted recruitment, hiring and training of personnel., Established work schedules and assignments for staff, accorded to workload, space and equipment availability., Supervised and evaluated work activities of medical, nursing, technical, clerical, service, maintenance and other personnel., Developed and implemented organizational policies and procedures for facility and medical unit., Private care companionship assist with medication and transporting., Assist patients with ADLs such as feeding, mouth care, grooming, shaving, and incontinence care., Assist nurse with care of residents., Measure and record patient vital signs., Assist with restorative care., Transport residents to appointments., Build a relaxing environment for resident and family members.
Timeline
Medical Assistant
The Allergy And Asthma Center
01.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant Extern
Vitainfuse Therapy
10.2022 - 12.2022
Therapeutic Assistant
Veritas Collaborative
04.2019 - 12.2022
CNA
Visiting Angels
08.2015 - 06.2021
Medical Assisting Diploma -
United Education Institute
CNA In Health Occupations -
Brunswick Job Corps
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