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Tabitha Diaz

Union,MO

Summary

Dependable and skilled Assistant Operator effective at completing fast-paced work. Maintains safety and works quickly by following proper procedures. Proficient in equipment inspection, upkeep and repair. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities. Patient-focused Medication Aide with exceptional listening and communication traits. Energetic and amicable with advanced understanding of medications, possible side effects and adverse reactions. Knowledge of applying topical, oral, nasal and sublingual medications. Highly skilled in monitoring vital signs, both post and pre-medication administration. Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Skilled Scheduler familiar with compliance and documentation requirements. Hardworking professional with an organized approach.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Operator Assistant

Silgan
Union, MO
01.2023 - Current
  • Rotated among various workstations, performing work necessary to meet production needs.
  • Retained safe and clean work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
  • Reported failures, malfunctions or wear issues on equipment to supervisor.
  • Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
  • Inspected equipment regularly and advised lead operators on malfunctions and other abnormal conditions.

Certified Medication Aide

Santa Fe Care Center
Santa Fe, NM
03.2022 - 08.2023
  • Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Maintained medication stock and cleaned patient rooms and equipment.
  • Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
  • Monitored medications for patients with various conditions and kept watchful eye for side effects.
  • Administered scheduled drugs, including [Type] and [Type] under direct supervision of licensed nurse.
  • Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Received supply of ordered medications to apportion, mix or assemble drugs for administration to patient.
  • Leveraged medication expertise to accurately enter medications and supplies into computer system.

COVID-19 Swabber

Premier Medical Group
Santa Fe, NM
11.2022 - 03.2023
  • Communicated professionally to explain COVID-19 screening procedures to staff members and visitors.
  • Sanitized work area and sterilized equipment and instruments to comply with protocols.
  • Worked outdoors in extreme cold or heat to screen incoming visitors for COVID-19 symptoms.
  • Donned and doffed personal protective equipment per company protocol to reduce spread of virus.
  • Documented data in designated system to present to client upon request.
  • Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens.
  • Cleaned and calibrated laboratory equipment.
  • Obtained serum or viral swab samples for analysis.
  • Supervised or instructed new technicians on laboratory protocols.
  • Maintained and tested sterility of medical equipment.
  • Recorded test or medical data for reports using narratives, charts or graphs.
  • Combined reagents with samples following standardized experimental processes.

Medical Assistant

Southwest Care Center : Specialty Services
Santa Fe, NM
02.2017 - 09.2022
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
  • Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
  • Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
  • Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
  • Labeled and completed lab requisitions using ICD and CPT coding.
  • Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
  • Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.

CNA/CMA/Scheduling Coordinator

Casa Real
Santa Fe, NM
05.2013 - 08.2017
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Planned and delegated work to meet project and production goals.
  • Eliminated process discrepancies, implementing continuous improvements for scheduling procedures.
  • Utilized information-gathering techniques while analyzing and identifying implications to make correct planning and scheduling decisions.
  • Assisted fellow planning staff members with tasks to maintain proper workflows.

CNA/CMA

Los Alamos Retirement Community
Los Alamos, NM
02.1996 - 08.2013
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
  • Administered scheduled drugs under direct supervision of licensed nurse.
  • Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.

Education

Certificate - Medication Aide

New Mexico Board of Nursing
Albuquerque, NM
03.2010

GED -

Northern New Mexico College
Espanola, NM
05.1999

Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant

Prometrix
Albuquerque, NM
02.1996

Skills

  • Manufacturing Procedures
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Safety Compliance
  • Attention to Detail
  • Effective Communication
  • Machine Operation
  • Quick Problem Solver
  • Catheter Change and Preparation
  • Collecting Vital Signs
  • Collecting Specimens
  • Medical Terminology Knowledge
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Helping With Medication
  • Documentation Procedures Expert
  • Training and Development
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Wound Care
  • Biological Specimen Handling
  • Basic Life Support
  • Blood Sugar Monitoring
  • Biohazard Disposal
  • CNA Certification
  • EMR Updating
  • CPR Certification
  • HIPAA Compliance

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Operator Assistant

Silgan
01.2023 - Current

COVID-19 Swabber

Premier Medical Group
11.2022 - 03.2023

Certified Medication Aide

Santa Fe Care Center
03.2022 - 08.2023

Medical Assistant

Southwest Care Center : Specialty Services
02.2017 - 09.2022

CNA/CMA/Scheduling Coordinator

Casa Real
05.2013 - 08.2017

CNA/CMA

Los Alamos Retirement Community
02.1996 - 08.2013

Certificate - Medication Aide

New Mexico Board of Nursing

GED -

Northern New Mexico College

Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant

Prometrix
Tabitha Diaz