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Myah Martinez

Essex

Summary

Driven, compassionate Medical Assistant with solid primary‑care experience in clinical support, patient education, EHR management, and workflow efficiency. Passionate about healthcare, I’m actively applying to nursing school with the long‑term goal of becoming a Nurse Practitioner. As a future NP, I aim to advocate for patients and the nursing profession, bridging empathetic care with advanced clinical expertise.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Middlesex Hospital
Essex
05.2024 - Current
  • Room patients; obtain standard interview (chief complaint, medical history), and vital signs (BP, temperature, pulse, weight/height, oxygen saturation).
  • Document all collected information and interactions in the electronic medical record (EHR) per policy.
  • Perform point-of-care testing: phlebotomy, finger sticks, urinalysis, rapid strep/COVID/flu swabs, A1C, and EKG, as requested by the provider.
  • Assist providers with in-office procedures: minor dressing changes, suture/staple removal, ear lavage, punch biopsy, and basic wound care.
  • Prepare and maintain exam/treatment rooms: set up and clean equipment, sterilize instruments, and dispose of supplies per protocol.
  • Manage pre-visit planning, registration, scheduling, patient check-in/check-out, and verify insurance/benefits.
  • Monitor inventory: restock supplies, report malfunctioning equipment, and assist in ordering supplies per facility process.
  • Provide patient instructions and education on medications, lab tests, follow-up care, and preventive screening reminders.
  • Reinforce provider guidance, assist comprehension, and promote compliance with care plans.
  • Uphold patient confidentiality and HIPAA standards at all times.
  • Engage in continuous learning, professional development, and contribute to performance improvement initiatives.

Community Health Educator & Advocate

Ledge Light Health District
New London
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • As part of the ADOPHD: Substance Misuse Prevention Program funded through the Strategic Prevention Framework for Prescription Drugs (SPF-Rx) grant and administered by the CT Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), my role is to work with the West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District to conduct prevention activities in the community, with a focus on opioid misuse.
  • Activities included, but are not limited to: Drug Take Back Days, Narcan training sessions, substance use education/presentations, and attending conferences alongside mentor Carolyn Wilson, MPH, to offer academic detailing to health professions such as PAs, MDs, and APRNs.
  • Delivered lectures on a variety of public health topics at local schools and universities.
  • Participated in Overdose Action Team Annual Reviews at Yale School of Medicine.
  • Developed plans for implementing new programs and services based on identified needs or gaps in service delivery.
  • Prepared reports outlining program successes and challenges for internal stakeholders or external funders.
  • Established partnerships with government agencies, non-profits, businesses. to promote healthy living initiatives.

Sports Nutrition Assistant

University of Connecticut Department of Athletics
Storrs
08.2022 - 08.2024
  • Currently, I am working mainly with football under the mentorship of a sports dietitian at the University of Connecticut.
  • Preparing pre- and post-workout hydration and shakes.
  • Collaborating and communicating with strength coaches, dining services, and other sports RDs.
  • Stocking the facility, packing the travel trunk for pre- and halftime snacks, and documenting inventory in multiple facilities.
  • Prepared written summaries of athletes' progress toward meeting nutrition goals.
  • Assisted in the development of nutrition education materials and programs to promote healthy eating habits.

Covid Tester

Community Health Center
Middletown
12.2021 - 01.2022
  • Prepared vaccine doses (Pfizer, Moderna, and J&J) at fixed clinics and mobile clinics.
  • Collected and labeled nasal-pharyngeal swab specimens, strictly following CDC and FDA protocols for sample integrity, swab depth, timing, and secure transport handling.
  • Executed swab collection in full PPE, capturing accurate specimens even under adverse conditions, such as gagging or nosebleeds, while maintaining calm and reassurance during each interaction.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and regulatory-compliant station: disinfected surfaces, restocked supplies, tracked and logged biohazard disposal, following OSHA/CDC procedures.

Patient Care Technician

Constitution Surgery Center East
Waterford
08.2018 - 08.2021
  • Assisted in preparing patients for surgical procedures: positioning, draping, and establishing sterile fields under RN/surgeon supervision.
  • Monitored vital signs (BP, HR, SpO₂, temp, glucose), tracked intake/output, and reported changes promptly to nursing staff.
  • Collected and labeled specimens (blood, urine), and documented clinical data accurately.
  • Set up and broke down operating/procedure rooms, ensuring sterile equipment, trays, and supplies were ready per case preference lists
  • Operated sterilization equipment (autoclave), maintained case carts, replenished supplies, and ensured inventory levels were maintained.
  • Aided patients with activities of daily living (ADLs): bathing, feeding, toileting, ambulation, and hygienic support before and after procedures.
  • Ensured high standards of infection control, room sanitation, and compliance with HIPAA, and safety policies.
  • Delivered compassionate bedside care, offering emotional support, and clear communication to patients and families.
  • Collaborated closely with surgical technologists, circulator's, registered nurses, and physicians to facilitate seamless perioperative workflows.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Allied Health Sciences

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
08-2024

Skills

  • Electronic medical records management
  • Patient education and support
  • Point-of-care testing proficiency
  • Healthcare compliance expertise
  • Infection control
  • Time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration

Certification

  • Registered Medical Assistant 2021-Present

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Middlesex Hospital
05.2024 - Current

Community Health Educator & Advocate

Ledge Light Health District
09.2023 - 08.2024

Sports Nutrition Assistant

University of Connecticut Department of Athletics
08.2022 - 08.2024

Covid Tester

Community Health Center
12.2021 - 01.2022

Patient Care Technician

Constitution Surgery Center East
08.2018 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Allied Health Sciences

University of Connecticut

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