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Remington Kern

Celina,TX

Summary

Knowledgeable and empathetic Certified Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care. I am committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction and dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. I continue to cultivate trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication. I am looking to obtain more experience in either a clinic or hospital setting.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant

Mercy Care Blairs Ferry
Hiawatha, IA
05.2016 - 03.2024
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork.
  • Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
  • Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
  • Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
  • Urgent Care
  • Acupuncture

Direct Support Professional

REM Iowa Community Service
Cedar Rapids, IA
07.2013 - 08.2016
  • Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
  • Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
  • Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
  • Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Certified Medical Assisting

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
05.2016

Skills

  • Medical Terminology
  • Vital Sign Monitoring
  • Specimens Collection and Processing
  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Understands Medical Procedures
  • Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • EKG Set up and Monitoring
  • Phlebotomy
  • Understands Mobility Assistance Needs
  • Sterile Technique
  • Teamwork
  • Compassionate
  • Sign Language

Certification

  • Certified Medical Assistant
  • CPR
  • First Aid

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant

Mercy Care Blairs Ferry
05.2016 - 03.2024

Direct Support Professional

REM Iowa Community Service
07.2013 - 08.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Certified Medical Assisting

Kirkwood Community College
  • Certified Medical Assistant
  • CPR
  • First Aid
Remington Kern