Tierra Davis
Markham,IL
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Medical Assistant
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago
07.2007 - 11.2022
- Precepted newly hired medical assistants to train each on office procedures and important tasks.
- Documented patient information in EMR and prepared paperwork for Doctor's.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with clinical procedures such as physical exams.
- Coordinated work of junior staff to keep team performance high and effectively handle needs of 70+ patients per day.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Protected patients and staff from infection risks by routinely cleaning and disinfecting common areas and patient rooms.
- Monitored office procedures to correct problems and implement proactive improvements for better patient flow.
- Documented patient information in EMR and prepared paperwork for medical staff
- Audited samples and refrigerated medications to verify freshness and remove any expired package
Personal Assistant
DHS
06.2013 - 10.2022
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching and strength building.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Education
Medical Assistant
Westwood College
Calumet City, IL02.2005
Skills
- EMR Systems
- Vaccine Management
- CPR and BLS
- Direct Patient Care
- Leadership
- Written and Verbal Communication
Timeline
Personal Assistant
DHS
06.2013 - 10.2022
Lead Medical Assistant
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago
07.2007 - 11.2022
Medical Assistant
Westwood College
Similar Profiles
DeVante BrownDeVante Brown
PATIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoPATIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Catherine RosarioCatherine Rosario
Patient Service Representative at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoPatient Service Representative at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Jennel MarinJennel Marin
Emergency Department Partner at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoEmergency Department Partner at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Meghan KoesterMeghan Koester
Resource Team Registered Nurse at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoResource Team Registered Nurse at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Nicole LipscombNicole Lipscomb
Public Safety Officer at Advocate South Suburban HospitalPublic Safety Officer at Advocate South Suburban Hospital