Raquel Carlson
Lynden,WA
Summary
Organized and dependable nursing student currently working towards DTA in Nursing. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and eager to secure a position in the new grad RN residency program.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant-Clinical Aid
Family Care Network- Urgent Care Clinics
06.2022 - Current
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Completed EKGs and point of care testing based on patient presentation in office.
Certified Medical Assistant
PeaceHealth Cardiology
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Provided phone screening to facilitate appropriate patient care, relay results, and process medication refills.
- Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Certified Medical Assistant-Department Lead
PeaceHealth Family Medicine
07.2016 - 02.2020
- Collaborated with leadership to maintain clinic flow by managing 22 different staff work schedules, 15 providers out of office coverage, and approving PTO requests.
- Optimized inventory management, ordering supplies as needed while minimizing waste and adhering to budget constraints.
- Implemented improvements in workflow processes that led to increased productivity amongst staff members.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Certified Medical Assistant
PeaceHealth Family Medicine
11.2014 - 07.2016
- Administered vaccines and medication as directed by provider orders.
- Assisted providers with GYN exams, wound care, IUD insertion/removal, Nexplanon insertion/removal, and other minor office surgical procedures.
- Performed EKG’s, orthostatic blood pressure, ear lavage, and auditory screenings.
- Obtained vital signs, client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Whatcom Community College
Bellingham, WA06.2024
Course Completion - Nursing Assistant
Bellingham Technical College
Bellingham, Wa04.2022
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Whatcom Community College
Bellingham, WA06.2013
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- EPIC Super User
- Teamwork
- Compassionate
- BLS Certification
- Problem Solving Abilities
- Effective Communication
Certification
- American Association of Medical Assistants, Certified Medical Assistant, 08/01/18
- Washington State Department of Health, Certified Medical Assistant, 09/01/21
Awards
Patient and Caregiver Safety Award Speak Up, 11/01/19
PHMG Caregiver Excellence Nomination, Competency, 12/01/19
Timeline
Medical Assistant-Clinical Aid
Family Care Network- Urgent Care Clinics
06.2022 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
PeaceHealth Cardiology
06.2021 - 12.2021
Certified Medical Assistant-Department Lead
PeaceHealth Family Medicine
07.2016 - 02.2020
Certified Medical Assistant
PeaceHealth Family Medicine
11.2014 - 07.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Whatcom Community College
Course Completion - Nursing Assistant
Bellingham Technical College
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Whatcom Community College
- American Association of Medical Assistants, Certified Medical Assistant, 08/01/18
- Washington State Department of Health, Certified Medical Assistant, 09/01/21
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