Marquita Bolton
Columbia,SC
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Kidney Center
12.2018 - Current
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts, and catheters to prevent infection.
- Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses.
- Cleaned and disinfected hemodialysis machines, chairs, trays, room and equipment.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Conducted equipment and safety checks on hemodialysis equipment and supplies.
Patient Care Technician
Prisma Health Richland
04.2016 - 12.2018
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Supervisor
Wellcare
06.2013 - 02.2016
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Interviewed, hired and trained new employees for production positions.
- Check medical authorization for procedures
- Respond to physicians inquires via telephone in a timely and appropriste manner.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Virginia College - Columbia
Columbia, SC05.2015
Skills
- Biohazardous Waste Disposal
- Advanced Nephrology Knowledge
- Blood Sample Collection
- Laboratory Equipment Handling
- Vital Statistics
- Patient Care
- Infection Control Standards
- Direct Patient Care
- Proper Sterilization Techniques
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Ph Testing
- CPR & First Aide
- Phlebotomy
- EKG
Timeline
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Kidney Center
12.2018 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Prisma Health Richland
04.2016 - 12.2018
Supervisor
Wellcare
06.2013 - 02.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Virginia College - Columbia
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