Makayla Bowen
Toccoa,GA
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. 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
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
NGPG Family Practice
Toccoa, GA
05.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Personal Care Assistant
Homenurse Home Health
Griffin, GA
12.2019 - Current
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
Education
Medical Assisting
North Georgia Technical College
Clarkesville, GA07-2024
Phlebotomist - Phlebotomy
Advanced Medical Academy
Commerce07-2022
Skills
- Patient Scheduling
- Phlebotomy
- Medical Terminology
- Vital signs monitoring
- Lab equipment setup
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Patient Assessments
- Electronic Medical Records
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- CPR
Certification
- Certified Phlebotomist 2022
- Radiology Safety Certification 2024
- CPR & First Aid American Heart Association 2024
References
- Vanessa Lone (Medical Assistant Instructor , North Georgia Technical College ) (706)754-7784
- Jennifer Curry ( Phlebotomist , CNA Stephens Co. Hospital (706)297-1063
Timeline
Medical Assistant
NGPG Family Practice
05.2024 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Homenurse Home Health
12.2019 - Current
Medical Assisting
North Georgia Technical College
Phlebotomist - Phlebotomy
Advanced Medical Academy
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