MIA SANDERS
ATLANTA,US
Summary
My clinical experience parallels analytical work through continuous data collection, evaluation, and decision-making in real time. In patient care settings, I systematically gather clinical data vital signs, medical histories, diagnostic test results and analyze patterns to support accurate assessments and treatment decisions. Each patient interaction requires hypothesis-driven reasoning, risk evaluation, and adherence to evidence-based protocols, mirroring the analytical process used in data-driven fields. Through consistent documentation, compliance oversight, and workflow optimization, I apply structured analysis to improve efficiency, accuracy, and patient outcomes while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Clinical Medical Assistant
Emory Hospital
Sandy Springs, Georgia
09.2025 - Current
- Collected, analyzed, and documented patient vital signs and medical histories to support diagnostic evaluation and treatment planning.
- Managed and validated patient data within Epic EMR, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and continuity of care.
- Prepared examination rooms using standardized infection-control protocols to reduce clinical risk and improve workflow efficiency.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and follow-up care to optimize clinic flow and reduce appointment delays.
- Educated patients by translating clinical treatment plans and medication instructions into clear, actionable guidance.
- Supported providers by synthesizing patient information and relaying critical updates to inform clinical decisions.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation, improving data reliability for providers and interdisciplinary teams.
Medical Assistant General Surgery
Kaiser Permanente
Atlanta, US
09.2024 - 06.2026
- Assisted with pre-operative patient assessments, ensuring readiness through data verification and protocol adherence.
- Conducted diagnostic testing (EKGs, spirometry, audiograms), and reported results to support surgical and post-operative planning.
- Implemented clinical protocols to ensure consistency, regulatory compliance, and improved patient outcomes.
- Organized and analyzed patient charts prior to clinic sessions to improve provider efficiency and reduce errors.
- Participated in workflow improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and contributing to team-based solutions.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordinated appointments effectively.
ER TECHNICIAN
Kaiser Permanente
Oakland, CA
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Supported emergency care delivery by monitoring patients during transport to diagnostic imaging (CT, X-ray, MRI).
- Assisted in Code Blue events, applying emergency protocols under high-pressure conditions.
- Performed EKGs on cardiac patients, ensuring accurate data capture for rapid clinical assessment.
- Provided wound care, splint application, and glucose monitoring to support timely intervention.
- Coordinated patient transfers across departments, optimizing patient throughput and care continuity.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Kaiser Permanente
Oakland, California
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Conducted patient intake assessments, including vitals and histories, to support physician diagnostic reasoning.
- Administered injections and treatments while monitoring patient responses and documenting outcomes.
- Managed appointment scheduling and patient flow, improving operational efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens, ensuring adherence to testing protocols and data accuracy.
- Communicated patient concerns and clinical updates to providers to facilitate timely care decisions.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Kaiser Permanente
02.2015 - 08.2019
- Company Overview: Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Assist physicians daily with procedures as well as e consult
- Prep and procedure set up; colposcopy, leep, pap smear, abortions, EMB and more
- Urine dip, and urine pregnancy test
- Medical abortion set up and assistant
- Sanitize speculums in designated area
- Ultrasound set up vaginal and abdominal
- Outreach for preventative care; breast care and cervical screening
- Message management and correspondence for physicians as needed
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
Education
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
Contra Costa Medical Career College
Antioch, CA 01.2015 - 06.2015
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
UPREP Academy High School
Oakland, Ca 09.2006 - 06.2007
Skills
- My passion is to analyze symptoms, medical history, physical exams, and test results to form and refine differential diagnoses
- Data interpretation, lab values, imaging, vitals, pathology reports, and genetic data all require statistical and logical analysis
- Clinical decision-making doctors weigh risks, benefits, probabilities, and evidence when choosing treatments—often under uncertainty
- Evidence-based practice medicine depends on analyzing clinical trials, guidelines, and research data to determine best practices
- Pattern recognition and hypothesis testing physicians continuously form hypotheses ("What could this be?"), and test them through exams and investigations
Additional Information - Awards And Acknowledgements
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Certified in Phlebotomy
Timeline
Lead Clinical Medical Assistant
Emory Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant General Surgery
Kaiser Permanente
09.2024 - 06.2026
ER TECHNICIAN
Kaiser Permanente
06.2022 - 10.2022
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Kaiser Permanente
08.2019 - 06.2022
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Kaiser Permanente
02.2015 - 08.2019
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
Contra Costa Medical Career College
01.2015 - 06.2015
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
UPREP Academy High School
09.2006 - 06.2007