Megan Hood
Wichita Falls,Tx
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
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
United Regional Physicans Group
01.2023 - Current
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
Patient Care Technician
United Regional Health Care
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Emergency Room Technician
Olney Hamilton Hospital
10.2014 - 03.2021
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy under pressure.
- Maintained a clean and organized emergency room environment to ensure optimal patient safety and comfort.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
- Conducted routine inventory checks of medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for efficient ER operations.
- Provided triage, first-aid and referral to outside medical providers during workplace injury or medical emergency.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Vernon College
Vernon, TX12.2027
Certificate - Emergency Medical Tech
Vernon College
Vernon, TX12.2020
High School Diploma -
Olney High School
Olney, TX05.2005
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Scheduling
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- CPR
- Immunization Administration
- Appointment Setting
Certification
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
Timeline
Medical Assistant
United Regional Physicans Group
01.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
United Regional Health Care
03.2021 - 01.2023
Emergency Room Technician
Olney Hamilton Hospital
10.2014 - 03.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Vernon College
Certificate - Emergency Medical Tech
Vernon College
High School Diploma -
Olney High School
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
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