Rachael Acosta
Kailua,HI
Summary
Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge in Pediatric Neurological care. Hands on experience working with children and families in the Autistic/Developmental needs categories.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Highly committed Master's student focused on the swift completion of BCBA credentials.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Medical Assistant
Kapiolani Medical Center For Women And Children
2019.01 - 2021.02
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Worked with infants, children, and teens with neurological developmental disabilities.
- Experience in high stress hospital protocol situations.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Medical Assistant
Hawaii Pacific Neuroscience
2016.07 - 2017.05
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Education
Master of Arts - ABA Therapy
12.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Developmental Psychology
12.2022
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Procedure Assistance
- Electronic Health Records
- Medical Procedures
- Direct Patient Care
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- CPR
- Clinical Documentation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Child Development Expertise
- Child Assessment
- Behavior Management
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Medical Assistant - Kapiolani Medical Center For Women And Children
2019.01 - 2021.02
Medical Assistant - Hawaii Pacific Neuroscience
2016.07 - 2017.05
Ball State University - Master of Arts, ABA Therapy
Southern New Hampshire University - Bachelor of Arts, Developmental Psychology
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- First aid/CPR (renewal in progress)
- RBT (willingness to receive during or before hire)
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- First aid/CPR (renewal in progress)
- RBT (willingness to receive during or before hire)
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