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Portia Gentry

Birmingham

Summary

Experienced with healthcare procedures and patient assistance. Utilizes strong organizational skills to maintain efficient office operations and support patient care. Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical protocols ensures smooth coordination and effective patient communication. Skilled in patient care, medical procedures, and electronic health records. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and delivering high-quality results. Reliable in fast-paced environments and adept at supporting medical staff and patients effectively.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Internal Medicine Affiliates (Internship)
04.2025 - 06.2025
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
  • Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.

Lab Technician

Sherwin Williams
02.2022 - 05.2024
  • Conducted physical testing of paint and coatings in a chemical lab environment.
  • Measured and prepared accurate chemical solutions for production.
  • Ensured quality standards through rigorous quality control procedures.

Family Caregiver

Private Home Care
02.2020 - 09.2024
  • Managed household tasks efficiently, creating a clean and organized living environment conducive to patient wellbeing.
  • Improved patient care by developing personalized care plans and maintaining detailed records of daily activities.
  • Ensured safety and comfort for patients through meticulous attention to detail in administering medications, hygiene assistance, and mobility support.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.

Delivery Driver

FedEx Ground
10.2019 - 09.2021
  • Safely loaded, transported, and delivered packages on time.
  • Maintained professional customer service during deliveries.
  • Managed efficient delivery routes and time-sensitive logistics.

Dietary Clerk

UAB Hospital
03.2018 - 06.2018
  • Took and managed dietary orders from hospital patients.
  • Delivered meals while adhering to patient dietary restrictions.
  • Provided exceptional support in a hospital food service environment.

Sales Associate

Walmart
08.2017 - 03.2018
  • Assisted customers with product selection and checkout.
  • Managed inventory restocking and visual merchandising.
  • Delivered friendly and efficient customer service.

Education

Medical Assistant Program - anatomy, phlebotomy, medical terminology, EHR, clinical procedures

Fortis College
Birmingham, AL
06.2025

High School -

Wenonah High School
Birmingham, AL
01.2015

Skills

  • Medical Assisting (Clinical & Administrative)
  • Vital Signs & Patient Care
  • Laboratory Testing & Phlebotomy
  • Electronic Health Records (EHR)
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Customer Service & Communication
  • Cash Handling / POS Systems
  • Driving & Delivery
  • Patient scheduling
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • EMR / EHR

Certification

  • CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
  • BLS - Basic Life Support, American Heart Association

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Internal Medicine Affiliates (Internship)
04.2025 - 06.2025

Lab Technician

Sherwin Williams
02.2022 - 05.2024

Family Caregiver

Private Home Care
02.2020 - 09.2024

Delivery Driver

FedEx Ground
10.2019 - 09.2021

Dietary Clerk

UAB Hospital
03.2018 - 06.2018

Sales Associate

Walmart
08.2017 - 03.2018

Medical Assistant Program - anatomy, phlebotomy, medical terminology, EHR, clinical procedures

Fortis College

High School -

Wenonah High School

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