Mahek Sahani
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist with strong track record in painless venipuncture. Highly familiar with centrifugation and aliquoting procedures and medical terminology. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Liscenced Phlebotomist
Spring Fetility
05.2024 - Current
- High-Volume Phlebotomy: Expertly perform blood draws on over 30 patients daily, showcasing efficiency and precision in a high-volume environment
- Needle Techniques: Skilled in venipuncture using a variety of needles, including butterfly, 21-gauge, 23-gauge, and pediatric needles, as well as straight needles, adapting techniques based on patient needs
- Complex Cases Management: Proficient in handling challenging situations, such as 'hardsticks' and patients with needle phobias, employing a compassionate and patient-centered approach
- Emergency Response: Effectively manage adverse reactions, including fainting, by adhering to established protocols and ensuring patient safety
- Technical Proficiency: Knowledgeable in the order of draw for blood collection, capable of drawing blood panels with over 14 tubes in a single sequence, ensuring accurate specimen handling and processing
- Procedure Adherence: Follow rigorous procedures and guidelines to maintain high standards of patient care, specimen integrity, and operational efficiency.
Surgical Medical Assistant
Spring Fertility
San Francisco Bay Area
09.2023 - Current
- Surgical Assistance: Provide critical support during complex reproductive procedures, including egg retrievals and frozen embryo transfers, utilizing extensive training to ensure precision and safety
- Sterile Environment Management: Expertly set up and maintain sterile environments for surgeries, demonstrating proficiency in sterilization protocols and autoclaving surgical instruments to uphold high standards of cleanliness
- Operational Setup: Prepare and organize the operating theater, creating optimal conditions for surgical interventions and contributing to the success of fertility treatments
- Problem-Solving: Navigate challenging situations effectively, ensuring adherence to rigorous safety and cleanliness standards in the surgical setting.
Clinical Medical Assistant
Spring Fertility
San Francisco Bay Area
08.2023 - Current
- Patient Care: Escort patients to examination rooms, document medical histories, and prepare patients for bloodwork and specialized fertility procedures, ensuring a smooth and comfortable experience
- Procedure Assistance: Actively support in Saline Sonogram, Hycosy, and IUIs, demonstrating a high level of skill in fertility procedures and contributing to successful outcomes
- Administrative Tasks: Manage appointment scheduling, procedure setup, and other operational responsibilities, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the clinic
- Communication: Foster positive patient interactions through effective communication and interpersonal skills, supporting patients throughout their fertility journey.
Clinic Volunteer
Bhagat Puran Singh Health Initiative, UC Davis
09.2022 - Current
- Volunteer at health screenings at various gurdwaras in the greater Sacramento region
- In charge of taking blood pressure, and blood glucose readings of over 100 patients per clinic
- Collaborating with the Physician on-site to address patient concerns
- Part of the Social Justice committee, organizing over 20 health seminars each year to educate the community about conditions that commonly afflict them, what they may be ignoring, how to improve, and how to get help.
Resident Advisor
University of California, Davis
09.2022 - Current
- Fostered the development of relationships among 54 residents
- Planned and implemented programs to assist international and transfer students in transitioning to campus
- Counseled and advised first-year students on academic and personal questions and concerns
- Developed and conducted programs on diversity, chemical abuse, personal development, relationships, and academic performance.
Clinic Intern
Desert Kidney Associates, Arizona
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Shadowed Dr
- Manjunath Kottalgi and Dr
- Masood Kadri in a private nephrology clinic
- Engaged in answering patient questions and understanding treatment plans in order to effectively assist the physician in their dictation notes
- Observed valuable Doctor-patient interactions, various diagnosing techniques, and completion of dictation notes
- Observed the X-ray process from bringing in the patient to reading the negatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Genetics and Genomics -
06.2023
Skills
- Specimen Preparation
- Data Entry
- Blood collection
- Venipuncture
- Donor screening
- Infection Control
- Medical Records Management
- HIPAA
- Medical Records Review
- Anatomy and physiology
- Communication abilities
- Medical Records Maintenance
- Staff Management
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Quality Control
- Patient Care
- Patient support
- Venipuncture Expertise
Certification
- CPT-1 Liscence (Phlebotomist)
- Heartsaver CPR AED Program
- American Heart Association, 10/2022
- Stop the Bleed
- UC Davis Fire Department, 10/2022
- HIPPA Certification
- UC Davis, 09/2021
- FERPA Certification
Research
Undergraduate Researcher and Project Leader, UC Davis Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, 09/2021, 06/2022, Conducted meaningful research on DNA Repair mechanisms in C.elegans., Conducted lysis, PCR, and gel electrophoresis experiments on over 250 DNA samples., Experienced in using BLAST to effectively understand genetic data., Assisted the PI in various experiments involving mini preps and picking worms.
Volunteer Experience
- Clinic Volunteer, Bhagat Puran Singh Health Initiative, UC Davis, 09/2022, Present, Volunteer at health screenings at various gurdwaras in the greater Sacramento region., In charge of taking blood pressure, and blood glucose readings of over 100 patients per clinic., Collaborating with the Physician on-site to address patient concerns., Part of the Social Justice committee, organizing over 20 health seminars each year to educate the community about conditions that commonly afflict them, what they may be ignoring, how to improve, and how to get help.
- Clinic Intern, Desert Kidney Associates, Arizona, 07/2022, 08/2022, Shadowed Dr. Manjunath Kottalgi and Dr. Masood Kadri in a private nephrology clinic., Engaged in answering patient questions and understanding treatment plans in order to effectively assist the physician in their dictation notes., Observed valuable Doctor-patient interactions, various diagnosing techniques, and completion of dictation notes., Observed the X-ray process from bringing in the patient to reading the negatives.
Community Service
- Volunteer, Vitalant Blood Drive
- Volunteer, Grace Gardens
- Volunteer, Thriving Pink: Breast Cancer Awareness Organisation
- Message Board Coordinator, Facing Hereditary Cancer Empowered
Timeline
Liscenced Phlebotomist
Spring Fetility
05.2024 - Current
Surgical Medical Assistant
Spring Fertility
09.2023 - Current
Clinical Medical Assistant
Spring Fertility
08.2023 - Current
Clinic Volunteer
Bhagat Puran Singh Health Initiative, UC Davis
09.2022 - Current
Resident Advisor
University of California, Davis
09.2022 - Current
Clinic Intern
Desert Kidney Associates, Arizona
07.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science in Genetics and Genomics -
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