Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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TANYA NICHOLS

Henderson

Summary

Dedicated Medical Assistant with experience at QTC/Leidos, skilled in HIPAA compliance and patient scheduling. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and meticulous vital sign monitoring. Committed to fostering a safe clinical environment while supporting team efforts to improve patient outcomes.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

QTC/Leidos
10.2024 - Current
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
  • Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.

CNA/CMT

Care Rev
01.2019 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Providing direct patient care in a LTC facility
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.

Help USA

Case Manager
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Help homeless Veterans obtain housing
  • Help with supportive services and directed to resources
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Education

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Washington University
St Louis MO
01-2022

No Degree - Certified Nursing Aide/C Medication Tech

Daruby School
St Louis, MO
11-2005

Skills

  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient scheduling
  • Customer service
  • Medical terminology
  • Vital sign monitoring

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • CMT - Certified Medication Technician
  • CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

Timeline

Medical Assistant

QTC/Leidos
10.2024 - Current

Help USA

Case Manager
01.2024 - 12.2024

CNA/CMT

Care Rev
01.2019 - Current

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Washington University

No Degree - Certified Nursing Aide/C Medication Tech

Daruby School