Pamela Lavin
Hurricane,USA
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a strong background in clinical tasks to deliver exceptional patient care. Proven ability to support physicians while ensuring smooth office operations. Committed to fostering a compassionate environment that prioritizes patient well-being and enhances overall healthcare experiences. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal outcomes in fast-paced settings.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CMA Senior
Intermountain Hurricane Family Practice
03.2021 - Current
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly.
- Directed patients to exam room, obtained patients medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies, obtained vitals and prepared for physician examinations.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Facilitated continuity of care through proper scheduling of follow-up appointments based on physician recommendations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
CNA
Homewood Martinsburg
08.2018 - Current
- Care plan is followed which is different for each Residents.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare team, addressing specific resident requirements effectively.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
CMA
Altoona ENT
10.2019 - 02.2021
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly.
- Administered patient assessments and vital sign measurements to ensure accurate health data.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
CNA
Bright Star Home Care
10.2016 - 07.2018
- Care plan was followed which was different for each client
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
CNA
Robert Willoughby
02.2013 - 06.2018
- Meal planning, Preparing meals, feeding, shopping, house cleaning, showering, dressing, administering medications, transfer.
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CMA
Centura Health
12.2016 - 02.2018
- Rooming patients, vitals, scanning, schedule appointments, ordering supplies, tasks within the scope of my speciality.
- Avista Oncology-CMA
- Gastroenterology-Office Specialist III
- Schedule appointments, scanning, forwarding medical records request, tasks within the scope of my speciality.
Medical Assistant
Mile High Plastic Surgery
07.2012 - 10.2016
- Helped set up 3 startup offices, responsible for incoming and outgoing calls, scheduled appointments and surgery, data entry, and maintaining patient files. Many tasks in daily office operations.
CNA
Accent on Independence
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Meal planning, prepare meals, feeding, bathing/showering, dressing, cleaning administer medications, transfer, ambulate
CNA
Companion Care
05.2010 - 05.2012
- Meal planning, preparing meals, serving meals, daily care (bathing, hair care, oral care), daily house cleaning, laundry.
Spa Supervisor
Salon Silverado
11.2004 - 09.2009
- Managed skincare specialist and massage therapist, prepared spa menu/pricing, skincare, waxing and body treatments. Prepared weekly work schedule for Spa and Salon employees, incoming and outgoing calls, payroll.
CMA
Alpine Plastic Surgery
09.1989 - 11.2004
- Held numerous positions: Patient Flow to Clinical Administrator
Skills
- Very strong work ethic and willing to learn all aspects of an office
- Highly organized
- Cool under pressure and very comfortable in busy and chaotic workplace environments
- Proficient in common document sharing and schedule management platforms
- Extensive background in customer service and customer relationship management
- Direct patient care
- Compassionate
- Adaptable
Affiliations
National Certified Clinical Medical Assistants
American Association of Medical Assistants
Certification
Southwestern School for Medical Assistant-Phoenix, AZ
Rose School of Nursing-Northglenn, CO
Artistic Beauty Colleges -Westminster, CO
Timeline
CMA Senior
Intermountain Hurricane Family Practice
03.2021 - Current
CMA
Altoona ENT
10.2019 - 02.2021
CNA
Homewood Martinsburg
08.2018 - Current
CMA
Centura Health
12.2016 - 02.2018
CNA
Bright Star Home Care
10.2016 - 07.2018
CNA
Robert Willoughby
02.2013 - 06.2018
Medical Assistant
Mile High Plastic Surgery
07.2012 - 10.2016
CNA
Accent on Independence
01.2012 - 01.2013
CNA
Companion Care
05.2010 - 05.2012
Spa Supervisor
Salon Silverado
11.2004 - 09.2009
CMA
Alpine Plastic Surgery
09.1989 - 11.2004