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Shaya Polson

Southern Humboldt Community Health Clinic
Garberville
7
years of professional experience

Compassionate Medical Assistant with two years of experience delivering patient care. Proficient in Epic (EHR), medical terminology, basic life support, and injection administration. Focused on maintaining high standards of patient support and fostering a positive healthcare environment.

Work History

Medical Assistant

11 Months
Southern Humboldt Community Health Clinic | 09.2025 - Current
  • Vaccine Administration – Administer vaccines safely and accurately in accordance with CDC guidelines, provider protocols, and infection control standards.
  • CAIR (California Immunization Registry) Management– Access, review, and verify patient immunization records using CAIR to ensure accurate vaccination histories.
  • Performed urinalysis testing with calibrated machines, ensuring quality control for accurate results.
  • Assisted providers with minor wound care and clinical procedures.
  • Sanitized patient rooms to uphold infection control standards, contributing to a safe clinical environment.
  • Sanitized patient rooms and maintained a clean, safe clinical environment in accordance with infection control standards.
  • Prepared and organized surgical trays for procedures including nail trimmings, lesion removals, wart removals, and suture removals.
  • Managed comprehensive Aegis documentation from patient authorization to result tracking, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
  • Reviewed and scrubbed patient charts to ensure appointments were appropriately scheduled and all required documentation was complete prior to visits.
  • Ensured precise charting within the electronic medical record while maintaining confidentiality and compliance standards.
  • Demonstrated competency in all Pyxis functions, including medication removal, returns, waste documentation, and discrepancy resolution.

Patient Financial Services Representative

1 Year 6 Months
Southern Humboldt Community Healthcare District | 03.2024 - 09.2025
  • Insurance Verification: Competent in verifying and processing patient insurance claims.
  • Patient Registration: Experienced in efficiently processing new and returning patient registrations, including verifying insurance information and demographic details
  • Epic Proficiency: Skilled in using Epic Electronic Health Records (EHR) system for managing patient data, scheduling appointments, and processing billing
  • Verified and processed patient insurance claims to ensure accurate billing and reimbursement.
  • Coordinated patient appointments, follow-ups, and referrals to enhance clinic workflow and patient access to care.
  • Confidentiality: Committed to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA regulations in all aspects of data handling and communication
  • Addressed and resolved patient concerns and registration issues promptly, ensuring a positive patient experience.
  • Multitasking: Capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and efficiency
  • Team Collaboration: Works well with clinical staff, physicians, and other administrative personnel to ensure smooth clinic operations and patient

Barista/Cashier

7 Months
Park N Take it/ Friends coffee house | 02.2022 - 09.2022
  • Exceptional customer service skills honed during 8 months as a barista
  • Welcomed customers and answered questions regarding menu items and food preparation methods
  • Memorized and referenced readily accessible information to relay to customers
  • Proficient in handling phones and taking orders efficiently
  • Strong cash-handling abilities, ensuring accurate transactions
  • Demonstrated exceptional customer service by effectively addressing customer inquiries and needs as a barista.
  • Maintained clean and healthy environment by following proper safety and sanitation regulations
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance service and store appearance
  • Basic computer skills for data entry and scheduling

Deli Clerk

2 Months
Chevron | 06.2019 - 08.2019
  • Communicated with customers about orders, comments, and complaints to ensure satisfaction
  • Served customers in a fast paced environment
  • Took customers' orders and wrote ordered items on tickets, giving ticket stubs to customers when needed to identify filled orders
  • Communicated with customers regarding orders, comments and complaints

Education

Associate Of Science Degree - Allied Health

Mendocino College | Ukiah, CA | 12.2026

Relevant coursework includes Medical terminology, Anatomy, Physiology, and Interpersonal communication.

Certificate of Occupation Preparation: Injections - Injections

College of The Redwoods | Eureka, CA | 01.2026

Basic Life Support - BLS Provider

American Heart Association | 09.2025

Skills

Immunization administration
BLS certification
Urinalysis
Vital Signs
Epic EHR management
Pyxis Medication Management
HIPAA Compliance
Medical Scheduling
Patient Coordination
Clinical Workflow
Medical terminology
Compassionate patient care

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Southern Humboldt Community Health Clinic
09.2025 - CurrentRead More

Patient Financial Services Representative

Southern Humboldt Community Healthcare District
03.2024 - 09.2025Read More

Barista/Cashier

Park N Take it/ Friends coffee house
02.2022 - 09.2022Read More

Deli Clerk

Chevron
06.2019 - 08.2019Read More

Mendocino College

Associate Of Science Degree from Allied Health
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College of The Redwoods

Certificate of Occupation Preparation: Injections from Injections
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American Heart Association

Basic Life Support from BLS Provider
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Shaya Polson