Sarah Giardina
Leesburg,FL
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant adept in medical terminology and direct patient care. Excelled in fast-paced environments, ensuring patient comfort and enhancing care quality through effective communication and procedure assistance. Demonstrated compassion and proficiency in emergency room procedures, significantly contributing to patient outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Lakeview Healthcare System
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Medical Assistant
UF Health Leesburg Hospital
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Obtained patient medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the hospital's commitment to quality care.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
Emergency Room Technician
AdventHealth
03.2017 - 12.2020
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
- Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy under pressure.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Improved patient outcomes with timely and compassionate emergency care.
- Enhanced patient comfort, adjusting beds and helping with mobility as needed.
- Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
Medical Assistant
Lake Regional Urgent Care
01.2014 - 03.2017
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in Lake Regional Urgent Care's commitment to quality care.
- Maintained safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kennesaw, GA04.2013
Skills
- Medical terminology knowledge
- HIPAA Compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Procedure Assistance
- Compassionate
- CPR
- Specimens collection and processing
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Lakeview Healthcare System
10.2022 - 01.2023
Medical Assistant
UF Health Leesburg Hospital
06.2022 - 08.2022
Emergency Room Technician
AdventHealth
03.2017 - 12.2020
Medical Assistant
Lake Regional Urgent Care
01.2014 - 03.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Certified Nursing Assistant
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