Stephanie Garrett
Summary
Highly motivated and committed professional 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 work environment. Organized and dependable professional successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Passionate about promoting lasting customer satisfaction by delivering quality service and unparalleled su
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Medical Assistant
Body Transitions
11.2021 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Patient Care Assistant
MQH Home Healthcare LLC
05.2019 - 01.2022
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Mail Carrier
United States Postal Service
02.2015 - 07.2021
- Followed Postal Service policies and procedures to maintain integrity of mail and protect customer information.
- Handled mail and packages with care to prevent damage during delivery.
- Obtains signatures for package deliveries as proof of delivery to avoid discrepancies.
- Directly interacted with customers to deliver mail, packages, and ordered goods.
- Collected outgoing mail from homes and businesses along routes for customer convenience and initiated delivery to intended recipients.
- Used portable devices to maintain system records by scanning items delivered to homes and businesses.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
- Distributed mail on foot to residences and businesses, delivering to approximately over 300 customers per shift.
- Observed traffic and safety regulations for safe transport and delivery of mail.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies and reported problems and safety hazards to supervisors following each shift.
- Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
Bilingual Medical Assistant
Body Transitions Medical Clinic
06.2010 - 02.2015
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
School Bus Driver
Laid Law/First Student Transit
08.2007 - 02.2015
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
- Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
- Obeyed federal, state and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
- Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
- Drove bus along assigned route, picking up students.
- Completed logbooks, incident reports and other daily paperwork.
- Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.
Education
Associates - Health Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ07.2015
Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Milwaukee Career College
Milwaukee, WI06.2010
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Payment Collection
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Office Administration
- Patient Scheduling
- Phlebotomy
- Fluent in Spanish
- Reliable Team Player
- Simple Dressings
- First Aid
- Customer Service
- Compassionate
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bilingual Medical Assistant
Body Transitions
11.2021 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
MQH Home Healthcare LLC
05.2019 - 01.2022
Mail Carrier
United States Postal Service
02.2015 - 07.2021
Bilingual Medical Assistant
Body Transitions Medical Clinic
06.2010 - 02.2015
School Bus Driver
Laid Law/First Student Transit
08.2007 - 02.2015
Associates - Health Administration
University of Phoenix
Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Milwaukee Career College
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