Tashara McKelvy
Houston,TX
Summary
As someone being in the medical field for 6+ Years, I believe I would be able to both thrive in this position and develop the necessary skills to flourish. I have years of experience in the medical field, being a Food Service Worker, dealing with Patient diets (as a Dietary Aide), and taking care of Patients hands on. With my passion for providing exceptional care, my extensive experience in assisting patients, and my dedication to promoting wellness, I am confident that I would be a valuable asset to your team. Working in the Medical field, I have devolved amazing communication skills, Patience, Structure, and I have developed a deep understanding of the physical and emotional needs of patients.I am eager to bring my knowledge and skills to Any Company and I am confident that I can contribute to the team's success. I believe that teamwork is essential to achieving excellent patient care and positive results. I very much hope to be afforded the opportunity to work alongside the amazing medical professionals at any Medical facility I’m placed at. I can assure you that I will continuously work to bring health and happiness to your patients there. I am confident that my skills, passion, and dedication make me an ideal candidate for any role I apply myself for.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Escort
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
01.2025 - Current
- Take Patients from rooms to be discharged
- Transport patients to appointments in the hospital/facility
- Changing linens and restocking supplies
- Disinfect/sanitize wheelchairs, stretchers after use
- Fill out daily logs with patient information and discharges
- Transport patients to and from surgeries
- Cleaning stretcher Beds/Wheelchairs after patient use
Kennel Technician
Unleashed Retreat
Houston, TX
07.2023 - 04.2025
- Feed the dogs
- Clean/Sanitize Kennels
- Butler service for dogs in the neighborhood who will board or attend dog daycare
- Answer calls from clients
- Dog daycare attendant
- Give dogs medications when needed
Dietary Aide
Southern California Hospital at Hollywood
Los Angeles, CA
02.2020 - 07.2023
- Dietary aide
- Meal prep for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Set up, Help, and Prepare Trayline
- Deliver trays to patients floors
- Nightly/Daily clean for next shifts
- Answering phones to work with Nurses
- Working with dietitian and Nurses on meal plans for patients
Food Service Worker II
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Serving patients
- Working Trayline (setting up carts, setting up orders)
- Setting up patient orders to be delivered
- Cashier
- Stock/Clean my Area whenever worked
PSR - Patient Service Representative
Adecco Staffing
Arlington Heights, IL
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Greet and Direct patients
- Collect payment from patients (when needed)
- Answer phone calls
- Field patient questions
- Assist patients with paperwork
- Used Work Computer and My Own Login to schedule patient, put data in the system, etc.
- Manage patient complaints and feedback
- Supervise patient intake in procedures
- Collect and verify patient information and insurance coverage
- Manage written, verbal and electronic communications
- Scheduling Patients
- Coordinate clinic/office/facility operations
- Maintenance of patient charts and or electronic health records (EHRs)
Patient Escort
Vista Medical Center
Lindenhurst, IL
10.2014 - 01.2016
- Moving patients within a healthcare facility, assisting them in and out of beds, wheelchairs, and vehicles, transporting them to various treatment areas
- Schedule and arrange transport for patients being discharged.
- Complete Daily Disinfection & Tracking Log for each patient that is escorted.
- Sanitize the wheelchair prior to each patient using the Wheelchair.
- Follow Equipment Checklist for assisting patients on and off the wheelchair
Education
High school diploma - undefined
Zion Benton Township High School
Zion, IL06.2014
Skills
Customer service
Nursing
Computer Skills
Communication skills
HIPAA Knowledge
Organizing Skills
Empathy
Attention to Detail
Time management
Multi-Tasking
Positivity
Active Listening
Certification
- Pet CPR& First Aid August 2022 to Present
- Veterinary assistant August 2022 to Present
- Pet Nutrition August 2022 to Present Pet Nutrition certification
- BLS Certification
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Patient Escort
MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2025 - Current
Kennel Technician
Unleashed Retreat
07.2023 - 04.2025
Dietary Aide
Southern California Hospital at Hollywood
02.2020 - 07.2023
Food Service Worker II
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
04.2019 - 06.2021
PSR - Patient Service Representative
Adecco Staffing
01.2016 - 08.2017
Patient Escort
Vista Medical Center
10.2014 - 01.2016
High school diploma - undefined
Zion Benton Township High School