Skylar Shortino
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.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Attain ABA Staffing
Fairfax, VA
03.2023 - Current
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs and goals.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
- Contributed to ongoing professional development through attendance at workshops, conferences, webinars related to behavioral healthcare practices.
- Ensured adherence to ethical guidelines set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board at all times during practice.
Research Assistant
California Health And Longevity Institute
Westlake Village, CA
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Completed all clinical procedures required by study and gathered patient data for interpretation by primary investigator
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
- Worked with principal investigators to coordinate qualitative research into clinical study.
- Organized participant-informed consent waivers and research scope documentation.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
Volunteer Veterinary Assistant
Kitten Rescue
Los Angeles, CA
02.2017 - 09.2022
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Ensured accuracy of medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit.
- Facilitated efficient inventory management through regular stock checks, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
- Reduced stress for patients with calming techniques during exams and procedures, creating a positive experience.
Medical Assistant
Exer Urgent Care
10.2021 - 02.2022
- 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.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
Veterinary Assistant
VetCor
Agoura Hills, CA
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Ensured accuracy of medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide exceptional customer service while managing phone calls and front desk tasks.
- Contributed to a clean and safe environment by maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
- Managed kennel duties responsibly ensuring cleanliness comfort safety nutrition hydration exercise monitoring recovering boarding animals.
- Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
Education
Minor - Neuroscience
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA12.2024
Certification - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Newport International United College
08.2021
Skills
- Clinical and Operational Judgement
- Exam Room Preparation
- Wound Care
- Clinical Applications
- Injection Administration
- Routine Laboratory Testing
- HIPAA Compliance
- Blood and Tissue Collection
- Pharmacy Relations
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Client Communication
- Cleaning and sanitizing
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with investigators, and contributed at Project Baseline: A collaborative long term study between Verily Life Sciences, Duke University School of Medicine, Stanford Medicine, and the California Health and Longevity Institute. The Project Baseline Health Study collected, organized, and analyzed broad health data from thousands of participants over the course of more than four years to make breakthroughs in studying bio markers through phenotypic data collection to predict onset of diseases like cancer and heart disease.
Certification
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Affiliations
- Project Baseline
- Google (Verily) Life Sciences
- Stanford Medicine
- Duke University School of Medicine
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Attain ABA Staffing
03.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
California Health And Longevity Institute
01.2022 - 09.2022
Medical Assistant
Exer Urgent Care
10.2021 - 02.2022
Veterinary Assistant
VetCor
09.2020 - 09.2021
Volunteer Veterinary Assistant
Kitten Rescue
02.2017 - 09.2022
Minor - Neuroscience
George Mason University
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
George Mason University
Certification - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Newport International United College