SARA PASHAI
Oklahoma City,OK
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. Cheerful during each patient interaction to improve satisfaction ratings and patient retention.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Medical Assistant
Mercy Medical Clinic
11.2022 - Current
- Administered vaccinations and medications and reduced errors by verifying doctor's orders in a timely manner.
- Assisted doctors with exams and procedures, ensuring optimal patient comfort and care.
- Proactively addressed parent concerns regarding their child''s health, providing reassurance while working closely with physicians to develop appropriate care plans.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists, facilitating seamless continuity of care for patients in need of additional services.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new medical software systems for more efficient documentation and record-keeping practices.
- Supported practice improvement initiatives by participating in regular staff meetings and offering input on process changes when needed.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Enhanced teamwork by providing support to colleagues during busy periods or staff shortages.
Nurse Technician
Integris Lakeside
12.2019 - 09.2021
- Implemented fall prevention strategies, reducing patient injuries and increasing overall safety within the healthcare facility.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Performed 24-hour tests on newborn babies including heart screening, heel sticks for PKU, and vital signs
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in assigned duties within the nursing unit.
Hearing Screener Specialist
Pediatrix
02.2017 - 02.2020
- Effectively explained the procedure prior to screening and educated the parents on the importance of early detection
- Assisted in training new team members, fostering a collaborative work environment and consistent quality of care.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA guidelines when handling sensitive information.
- Works directly with nursing staff, patients and parents to communicate relevance of hearing screening and early intervention to support positive outcomes.
- Conducted Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) Newborn hearing screenings on infants in nursery and NICU prior to discharge from hospital.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant -
National Healthcare Association
06.2024
Bachelor's - Psychology
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK05.2006
Skills
- Specimen Collection
- Intercultural competence - 10 years
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Immunization and Medication Administration
- BLS certified and Pediatric CPR
- Newborn care and Adolescent health
- EMR / EHR
- Hearing and Vision Screening
- Clear Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Vitals Collection and Documentation
Languages
Farsi
Native or Bilingual
Danish
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Pediatric Medical Assistant
Mercy Medical Clinic
11.2022 - Current
Nurse Technician
Integris Lakeside
12.2019 - 09.2021
Hearing Screener Specialist
Pediatrix
02.2017 - 02.2020
Certified Medical Assistant -
National Healthcare Association
Bachelor's - Psychology
University of Oklahoma
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