TaiJanique McElveen
Meraux,LA
Summary
To secure a challenging position in an reputable organization to expand my learnings, knowledge and skills. Seeking entry level position to begin my career in an high level professional environment. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and delivering high-quality results. Reliable in fast-paced environments and adept at supporting medical staff and patients effectively.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
St. Bernard Parish Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
Medical Assistant
Ochsner Kenner
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Contributed to clean and safe clinic environment by adhering to sanitation protocols.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
Sales Associate
Kay Jewelers I
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Phlebotomist
Ochsner Medical Center
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
Online Grocery Associate
Walmart
11.2019 - 09.2020
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously, consistently meeting or exceeding deadlines for order completion and pickup times.
- Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently and accurately fulfilling online grocery orders.
- Placed completed orders in labeled, temperature-appropriate storage pending customer pick up.
- Tracked substitutions and informed customers of changes.
Cashier
Walmart
06.2017 - 11.2019
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Herzing University
New Orleans, LA10-2025
No Degree - Phlebotomy And EKG
Unitech Training Academy
Metairie, LA10-2021
High School Diploma -
Chalmette High School
Chalmette, LA05-2017
Skills
- Knowledgeable
- Quick and Efficient
- Quick Learner
- Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
- Great time management
- Professional
- Decisiveness and attention to detail
- Goal oriented focus
- Organized
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Medical Assistant
St. Bernard Parish Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Ochsner Kenner
02.2023 - 09.2023
Sales Associate
Kay Jewelers I
03.2022 - 01.2023
Phlebotomist
Ochsner Medical Center
06.2021 - 03.2022
Online Grocery Associate
Walmart
11.2019 - 09.2020
Cashier
Walmart
06.2017 - 11.2019
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Herzing University
No Degree - Phlebotomy And EKG
Unitech Training Academy
High School Diploma -
Chalmette High School
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