Megan O'Rourke
Jacksonville
Summary
Enthusiastic pre-PA student eager to contribute to patient care through hard work, relationship building and excellent organizational skills. Experienced in medical research and clinical care. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in healthcare.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Jacksonville Dermatology Associates
06.2024 - Current
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- 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.
Patient Care Technician
The Medical University Of South Carolina
07.2023 - 05.2024
- 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.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Technician
Drayer Physical Therapy Institute LLC
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Monitored patient's safety and response to exercise intensity to discuss with therapist or assistant.
- Prepared patients to meet with physical therapists.
- Executed interventions of modalities or exercise as directed by therapist or assistant.
- Assisted with reception duties like scheduling patients and completing follow up calls.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Increased physician and patient customer satisfaction by recognizing and acting to meet various needs.
Research Assistant
Advanced Smart Systems And Evaluation Technologies
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced learning environment.
- Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative computer codes and layouts, highlighting results for presentations.
- Worked with principal investigators to coordinate qualitative research into fall detection for elderly patients.
- Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection.
- Cataloged data and research into Python and LaTex databases.
- Evaluated potential subject participants to assess suitability for planned studies.
Sales Associate
Nautica Retail
06.2018 - 07.2021
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Prepared large cash deposits with zero discrepancies.
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise using ladder and pallet jack.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health/Neuroscience
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SC05.2024
Skills
Relationship Building
Problem Solving
Clinical Documentation
Calm Under Stress
Medical Procedures
Direct Patient Care
Monitoring patient progress
Willingness to Learn
Attention to Detail
Certification
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers, American Red Cross - March 2024-26
- Certified in Adult, Child, and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED, American Red Cross - March 2022-24
- Patient Care Technician Training - July 2023
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Jacksonville Dermatology Associates
06.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
The Medical University Of South Carolina
07.2023 - 05.2024
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Technician
Drayer Physical Therapy Institute LLC
07.2022 - 01.2023
Research Assistant
Advanced Smart Systems And Evaluation Technologies
05.2022 - 08.2022
Sales Associate
Nautica Retail
06.2018 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Public Health/Neuroscience
University of South Carolina - Columbia
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers, American Red Cross - March 2024-26
- Certified in Adult, Child, and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED, American Red Cross - March 2022-24
- Patient Care Technician Training - July 2023
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