Melissa Murillo
Hillsboro
Summary
Physician Assistant student with a background in collaborating with various healthcare professionals. Experienced in engaging with diverse patient populations in a primary care setting, in rehabilitative states, and promoting improvement in functional capacity; in turn helping achieve health and wellness. Hold a strong work ethic that has been developing for 9+ years. My educational journey has consolidated my skillset by becoming familiarized with how humans move, think, and behave.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
David E. Goodman MD MSE, General Medical Practice + Occupational Care for First Responders
04.2021 - 04.2023
- Execute numerous responsibilities involving direct patient care, obtaining patient history, administer IM injections, perform ancillary tests, & assisted in patient education of treatment plan and medication management
- Assisted in filling out federal forms pertaining to USCIS and FMSCA medical exams.
- Perform administrative tasks consisting of proof-reading provider's reports prior to sending to insurance, following up with specialists to expedite patient referral process, scheduling appointments, and ensure completion of patients' chart.
Server
El Dorado Kitchen
Sonoma, CA
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by simultaneously managing multiple tables without compromising service quality with focused attention to customer needs.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Exercise Physiologist
Center for Well-Being: HeartWorks Cardiac Rehab
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Observed and recorded patients' responses to report to corresponding cardiologists and recommend adjustments to treatment plans
- Develop exercise plans reflective of patient abilities, deliver education on nutrition, and monitor physical endurance and progress
- Ensure patient safety by obtaining vital signs, place electrodes on patient prior to session, and monitor EKG readings under registered nurse supervision.
Emergency Department Volunteer
Petaluma Valley Hospital
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Relieved nursing staff of certain duties by running specimens to lab, replenished rooms of necessary supplies, and sanitized rooms after patient discharge
- Routinely followed up with patients to minimize distress by fetching blankets, meals/beverages, and gave warm hospitality to accompanying loved ones.
Student Intern
West County Health Centers
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Grew interest in family medicine by shadowing two physician assistants in family practice; conducted research on several conditions and medications, provided insight when called upon, and observed different physical assessments/treatments.
Teaching Assistant, Human Anatomy
Sonoma State University
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Instructed other pre-health students during their laboratory section in small groups, using and dissecting cadavers as supplemental learning tools.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Pacific University
Hillsboro, OR08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology -
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA05.2020
Skills
- Creative & Critical Thinker
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
- Interpersonal Communication
- Patient care
- Leadership
- Medical Terminology
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (NREMT-B), Bay Area Training Academy
- BLS/PALS/ACLS Provider, American Heart Association
Timeline
Server
El Dorado Kitchen
04.2022 - 04.2023
Medical Assistant
David E. Goodman MD MSE, General Medical Practice + Occupational Care for First Responders
04.2021 - 04.2023
Exercise Physiologist
Center for Well-Being: HeartWorks Cardiac Rehab
01.2020 - 03.2021
Emergency Department Volunteer
Petaluma Valley Hospital
09.2019 - 12.2019
Student Intern
West County Health Centers
07.2019 - 08.2019
Teaching Assistant, Human Anatomy
Sonoma State University
01.2018 - 05.2018
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Pacific University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology -
Sonoma State University