Sean Connolly
Auburn,WA
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional committed to enhancing patient experiences through effective support of medical teams. Proven expertise in gathering comprehensive medical histories and delivering quality patient care. Strong focus on patient education and skillful orthopedic splinting and casting. Organized and detail-oriented approach ensures optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant/Orthopedic Technologist
Proliance Orthopedic Associates
Renton, WA
11.2021 - 07.2025
- Collected and recorded patient medical histories and vital signs efficiently.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and post-care instructions clearly.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Applied casts, splints, and braces as directed by physicians for injury management.
- Applied traction to reduce fractures or dislocations by using weights and pulleys.
- Provided patient education regarding proper use of braces, splints, crutches, walkers and other orthopedic devices.
- Demonstrated a working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology related to orthopedics.
- Provided necessary assistance with wound dressing changes following surgery or trauma.
- Assisted in the fitting of casts for immobilization or correction of deformities.
Medical Assistant/Orthopedic Technician
Virginia Mason Medical Center
Seattle , WA
10.2001 - 04.2016
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and orthopedic procedures.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and medication management.
- Maintained medical records in compliance with health regulations.
- Collected and recorded patient histories and vital signs accurately.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured proper equipment sterilization.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Applied and removed casts while educating patients on care instructions.
- Documented patient information and treatment plans in electronic health records system.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and rehabilitation protocols effectively.
- Supported inventory management by tracking supplies and reordering as needed.
- Assisted in casting, splinting and bracing of fractures or other orthopedic injuries.
- Instructed patients on proper use of crutches and braces following an injury or surgery.
- Provided wound care services such as changing dressings or applying topical ointments.
- Applied wide range of casting and traction techniques in accordance with established practices and physician instructions.
- Managed inventory of medical equipment including wheelchairs, walkers and canes.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations within budgetary constraints.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Science
University of Washington
Seattle, WA03-2020
Skills
- Patient care and education
- Vital signs assessment
- HIPAA compliance
- Electronic health records management
- Wound care and treatment
- Casting techniques
- Professional bedside manner
- Compassionate
- Medical records management
- Patient relations
- Sterilization techniques
- Team collaboration
- Orthopedic splints
- Inventory management
- Patient education
- Direct patient care
- Electronic health records
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Assistant/Orthopedic Technologist
Proliance Orthopedic Associates
11.2021 - 07.2025
Medical Assistant/Orthopedic Technician
Virginia Mason Medical Center
10.2001 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Science
University of Washington
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