SAMUEL TESFAY FESSHA
Aldie,USA
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant with clinical experience in high-volume primary care settings. Efficiently triages and rooms 20–25 patients daily, performing essential diagnostics and utilizing Epic EHR for comprehensive patient management. Maintains active BLS certification and pursues ongoing education in Health Science.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Inova Primary Care
Virginia, USA
07.2025 - Current
- Room and triage 20–25+ patients daily in fast-paced primary care clinic, obtaining accurate vitals, medical history, and chief complaints to support timely patient care.
- Perform point-of-care diagnostics including 12-lead EKGs, swab collections (COVID/Flu/Strep), rapid strep tests, urine dipsticks, and blood glucose checks.
- Administer vaccinations, immunizations, and routine injections following strict clinical safety guidelines.
- Perform phlebotomy, specimen collection, and equipment sterilization while managing inventory replenishment and providing support for minor procedures.
- Utilize Epic EHR for patient charting, order entry, scheduling, secure messaging, and processing insurance prior authorizations to streamline patient workflow.
Medical Assistant
Orotta Referral Hospital
Eritrea
09.2021 - 01.2025
- Provided skilled inpatient care and monitored vital signs to ensure patient stability during routine and emergency clinical procedures.
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Maintained accurate medical records while enforcing infection control and safety protocols to promote a safe clinical environment.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordinated appointments efficiently.
Marine Science & First Aid Personnel
Ministry of Marine Resource
Massawa
09.2018 - 08.2021
- Delivered rapid emergency first aid, CPR/BLS, and wound care to on-site personnel during medical crises, ensuring immediate response to injuries.
- Stabilized critical patients before advanced medical transfer and ensured emergency medical supplies were fully prepared and available.
Education
Health Science - Respiratory Therapy Focus
Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC)
08-2026
Associate Degree - Marine Technology
Massawa College of Marine Science & Technology
01-2018
Skills
- 12-Lead EKG
- Swab Collection (Nasal/Throat)
- Rapid Strep Testing
- Urine Dipstick
- Blood Glucose
- Vaccination Administration
- Phlebotomy
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Triage
- Vital Signs
- Epic EHR
- Electronic Charting
- Medical Record Management
- Prior Authorizations
- Referrals
- Infection Control
- Equipment Sterilization
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR)
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association / Red Cross, 10/01/27
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Tigrinya, Native
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Inova Primary Care
07.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Orotta Referral Hospital
09.2021 - 01.2025
Marine Science & First Aid Personnel
Ministry of Marine Resource
09.2018 - 08.2021
Health Science - Respiratory Therapy Focus
Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC)
Associate Degree - Marine Technology
Massawa College of Marine Science & Technology