Tracey Chambers
Houston,Texas
Summary
Skilled at patient relations, electronic charting and assessments. Well-trained and motivated to exceed expectations. Proven to bring results and work in fast-paced environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Assistant II
St. Joseph Medical Center
07.2005 - Current
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Improved patient satisfaction by responding promptly to call lights and addressing needs or concerns.
- Contributed to safe and hygienic environment by maintaining cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas.
- Aided in prevention of bedsores through regular repositioning of patients according to care plans.
- Supported patients'' physical mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult moments, fostering trust and rapport.
- Implemented infection control protocols effectively, reducing the spread of illness within the facility.
- Educated patients on personal hygiene practices, promoting self-care skills for long-term wellbeing.
- Assisted in meal preparation and feeding support for patients with various dietary restrictions or swallowing difficulties.
- Prioritized confidentiality by diligently adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
- Exhibited flexibility in adapting to changes in schedules or assigned duties while maintaining professionalism.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of patient care.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Trained in medical terminology in [Language] to improve communication and care for non-native English speaking patients.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Monitor Technician
St Joseph Medical Center
07.2005 - Current
- Observed and evaluated cardiac activity and reported changes to medical staff.
- Followed all protocols to respond to irregular cardiac activity.
- Maintained updated knowledge on cardiac arrhythmias, contributing to better patient care and monitoring outcomes.
Medical Assistant
Codwell Family Foot Center
02.2017 - 05.2017
- Maintained safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX01.2026
Associate of Arts - Medical Assistant Program
Houston Community College
Houston, TX06.2017
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Cardiac monitoring
- Customer Service
- Strong Work Ethic
- Medication Administration
- Telemetry Interpretation
- Record keeping and documentation
- Drug screening
- OSHA Compliance
- New Employee Orientation
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- CPR with AED
- First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogens
- Registered Medical Assistant (AMT)
- Certified Nurse Assistant (Tx Nurse Aide Registry)
- Telemetry Technician ( Texas Health Professions)
- Certified Notary Public (AAN)
Training
Codwell Family Foot Center, Houston, Texas, 02/14/2017, 05/05/2017, Assisting the physician with patient exams, refilling medication, mixing injections, taking and recording vital signs, triaging new patients and taking history, answering phones and administration task.
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Codwell Family Foot Center
02.2017 - 05.2017
Patient Care Assistant II
St. Joseph Medical Center
07.2005 - Current
Monitor Technician
St Joseph Medical Center
07.2005 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences
Texas Southern University
Associate of Arts - Medical Assistant Program
Houston Community College
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