Maria Passehl
Racine,WI
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant with a proven track record at Ascension, skilled in patient scheduling and immunization administration. Known for compassionate care and effective communication, enhancing patient satisfaction. Proficient in electronic health records and committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance, ensuring a safe and efficient healthcare environment.
Overview
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Work History
Medical Assistant
Ascension
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and treatments, ensuring efficient and effective care delivery.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and follow-up appointments to optimize clinic workflow and reduce wait times.
- Administered immunizations and medications according to established protocols, maintaining compliance with safety standards.
- Collected and prepared laboratory specimens for diagnostic testing, ensuring accuracy in results processing.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
CNA
Ascension
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Trained new staff on procedures and best practices for patient care delivery.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
Education
Certificate Nursing Assistant -
Gateway Technical College
Kenosha, WISkills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic health records
- CPR
- Immunization administration
- Compassionate
- Specimens collection and processing
- Medical procedures
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Professionalism and ethics
- Valid state driver's license
Certification
BLS and CNA
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Ascension
CNA
Ascension
Certificate Nursing Assistant -
Gateway Technical College
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