Samar Al-Qazzaz
Certified Medical Assistants , Certified Nursing Assistant
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment. Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Utah
04.2022 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Medical Assistant NCCT
University Of Utah Hospital
01.2016 - Current
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Lead position
Desert Industrial
09.2012 - 12.2016
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Placed advertisements, evaluated applicant credentials, conducted initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations.
Medical Interpreter
Catholic community Service
08.2012 - 02.2016
- Followed ethical codes to protect confidentiality of patient medical information.
- Streamlined patient and provider interaction by providing channel of effective communication.
- Translated procedural information to facilitate understanding between doctors and patients.
- Converted written materials from one language to another such as books, publications or web pages.
- Explained hospital policies and procedures to provide assistance to patients with limited English proficiency.
- Interpreted services to families during process of scheduling initial visit and coordination of ongoing treatment.
English Teacher
American College in Cairo
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Salt Lake Community College
Utah 05.2015 -
College of Language, English Department - undefined
Baghdad University
09.2000 -
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High School
09.1996 -
High School Diploma -
Baghdad
Iraq 05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Nursing
Associate Degree
Weber State University 05.2001 -
Skills
Electronic Charting
Documenting Behaviors
Care Plan Implementation
Mobility Assistance
Patient-Focused Care
Data Entry
Payment Collection
Phlebotomy
Indirect Patient Care
Inventory Management
Scheduling
Procedure Assistance
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Utah
04.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant NCCT
University Of Utah Hospital
01.2016 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Salt Lake Community College
05.2015 -
Lead position
Desert Industrial
09.2012 - 12.2016
Medical Interpreter
Catholic community Service
08.2012 - 02.2016
English Teacher
American College in Cairo
01.2006 - 01.2011
High School Diploma -
Baghdad
05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Nursing
Associate Degree
05.2001 -
College of Language, English Department - undefined
Baghdad University
09.2000 -
undefined
High School
09.1996 -