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
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
- Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (NREMT-B), Bay Area Training Academy
- BLS/PALS/ACLS Provider, American Heart Association
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