Melissa Samples
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Medical professional equipped to deliver top-tier patient care and diagnostic services. Proven track record in laboratory procedures, patient interaction, and medical technology operation. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving optimal outcomes. Known for reliability, critical thinking, and precise execution in fast-paced environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Vet Technician
Wellness On Wheelz
08.2024 - Current
- Improved clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workspaces for the veterinary team.
- Performed laboratory tasks, such as blood draws and sample analysis, contributing to accurate diagnostics for patients.
- Provided compassionate care to animals, ensuring a positive experience during their visits to the clinic.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Streamlined record-keeping processes, updating patient files accurately and efficiently after each visit.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting with medical procedures, including administering medications and vaccinations.
Operations Manager
Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group
08.2018 - 11.2021
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Lighting and Sound Technician
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
08.2022 - 08.2024
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Grand Hyatt Hotel
03.2021 - 03.2022
Certified Medical Assistant
Advantage Ugent Care
03.2007 - 03.2010
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- 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.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Education
Medical Assisting -
Kaplan College
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Operations management
- Customer service
- Direct patient care
- Patient monitoring
- Specimen collection
- Medical terminology
Timeline
Vet Technician
Wellness On Wheelz
08.2024 - Current
Lighting and Sound Technician
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
08.2022 - 08.2024
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Grand Hyatt Hotel
03.2021 - 03.2022
Operations Manager
Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group
08.2018 - 11.2021
Certified Medical Assistant
Advantage Ugent Care
03.2007 - 03.2010
Medical Assisting -
Kaplan College
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