TWILA SALLEE
Kennewick,Wa.
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring independent and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Trios Medical Group
Kennewick, WA
10.2020 - Current
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
ATTENDANT CAREGIVER
DSHS Dept Of Social And Health Services
Hermiston, OR
04.2019 - 01.2021
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
Medical Assistant
LYNX HEALTHCARE
Kennewick, WA
12.2016 - 09.2020
- Assisted physicians in exam rooms with procedures and scribing chart notes.
- 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.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
- Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
- Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes
Education
Licensed Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Charter College
Pasco, WA01.2017
Licensed Certified Nurse Assistant - Medical Care
Canyon Lakes
Kennewick, WA06.2011
GED -
Blue Mountain Community College
Pendleton, OR05.1993
Skills
- Appointment Scheduling
- Critical Thinking
- Operating EKG Equipment
- Cleaning and Organizing
- Examination Preparation
- Updating Medical Records
- Wound Care
- Clear Communication
- Dictation and Transcription
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Procedure Assistance
- Clinical and Operational Judgement
- Decision Making
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Routine Laboratory Testing
- Time Management
- Patient Relations
- Check-In and Check-Out Procedures
- Coordinating Drug Refills
- Data Entry
- Vitals Collection and Documentation
- Pulmonary Function Measurement
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Trios Medical Group
10.2020 - Current
ATTENDANT CAREGIVER
DSHS Dept Of Social And Health Services
04.2019 - 01.2021
Medical Assistant
LYNX HEALTHCARE
12.2016 - 09.2020
Licensed Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Charter College
Licensed Certified Nurse Assistant - Medical Care
Canyon Lakes
GED -
Blue Mountain Community College