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Summer Rickards

Townsend,DE

Summary

Focused professional motivated to deliver seamless and pleasant healthcare experience to patients. Offering extensive background assisting medical teams in examining and treating patients. Skillful in measuring vitals, preparing, and drawing blood samples and preparing treatment rooms for examinations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant

Diamond State Primary Care
Newark, DE
03.2024 - 08.2024
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
  • Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
  • Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
  • Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
  • Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
  • Filed insurance claims forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.

Medical Assistant

Delaware Cardiovascular Associates
Wilmington, DE
02.2022 - 03.2024
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
  • Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
  • Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.

Teacher

Cadence Academy
Odessa, DE
03.2021 - 02.2022
  • Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
  • Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
  • Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
  • Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.

Teacher

Bright New Scholars Academy
Newark, DE
06.2016 - 03.2021
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
  • Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
  • Prepared weekly newsletters for parents outlining upcoming assignments or events at school.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.

Party Host

Jump On Over
Middletown, DE
03.2013 - 06.2016
  • Greeted guests and provided them with party information.
  • Organized seating arrangements, decorations, and food supplies.
  • Assisted in preparing the entertainment program for the event.
  • Coordinated catering services from outside vendors.
  • Ensured that all areas of the venue were kept clean throughout the duration of the party.
  • Kept track of inventory levels and ordered additional supplies when necessary.
  • Set up tables, chairs, linens, china, glassware, silverware for events according to customer specifications.
  • Responsible for ensuring all safety regulations were adhered to while hosting parties.

Education

Medical Assisting

Dawn Career Institute
Wilmington, DE
08-2023

High School Diploma -

Middletown High School
Middletown, DE
06-2016

Skills

  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Payment Collection
  • Medical Terminology
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Compassionate

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Diamond State Primary Care
03.2024 - 08.2024

Medical Assistant

Delaware Cardiovascular Associates
02.2022 - 03.2024

Teacher

Cadence Academy
03.2021 - 02.2022

Teacher

Bright New Scholars Academy
06.2016 - 03.2021

Party Host

Jump On Over
03.2013 - 06.2016

Medical Assisting

Dawn Career Institute

High School Diploma -

Middletown High School

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