Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Stavros Center For Independent Living
2018.02 - 2023.04
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Medical Assistant
DRS.Fitzpatrick,Moran,Costa,and Haag-Rickert
2002.11 - 2016.07
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
Medical Assistant/Medication Passer
Hamden County Sheriffs Dept
2010.02 - 2013.10
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Medical Assistant
Valley Women’s Health Group
1991.05 - 2002.11
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Mental Retardation Assistant
Monsoon Developmental Center
1984.10 - 1986.11
Direct care to individuals who were physically and mentally disabled. ADL's, feeding,and bathing,and activities.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA
06.1991
Certification - Emergency Medical Training
Human Service Training Institute
West Springfield, MA
09.1984
High School Diploma -
Putnam Vocational Technical HS
Springfield, MA
06.1981
Skills
Vital Signs Management
Tact and Diplomacy
Chronic Disease Management
Household Organization
Personal Grooming Care
Behavior Redirection
Direct Patient Care
Range of Motion Exercises
Shopping and Errands
Patient Toileting
Nutrition Planning
Personal Hygiene
Client Transportation
Daily Logs
Camping,fishing
Hobbies include camping,fishing, boating and cooking.
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Stavros Center For Independent Living
2018.02 - 2023.04
Medical Assistant/Medication Passer
Hamden County Sheriffs Dept
2010.02 - 2013.10
Medical Assistant
DRS.Fitzpatrick,Moran,Costa,and Haag-Rickert
2002.11 - 2016.07
Medical Assistant
Valley Women’s Health Group
1991.05 - 2002.11
Mental Retardation Assistant
Monsoon Developmental Center
1984.10 - 1986.11
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Springfield Technical Community College
Certification - Emergency Medical Training
Human Service Training Institute
High School Diploma -
Putnam Vocational Technical HS
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