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Valarie Cary

Grand Junction,CO

Summary

Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant/ Volunteer Firefighter and EMT. Hard worker with the drive and compassion to better myself every day to become the best possible provider I can be for our community. Committed to obtaining the highest level of patient care within my scope of practice. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Docs On Call
Grand Junction, CO
01.2023 - Current
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, and patient histories to prepare patients for examinations.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
  • Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
  • Assisted medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
  • Help keep examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.

Firefighter/ EMTB-IV

Mesa County Fire Authority
Whitewater, CO
09.2022 - Current
  • Passion and drive to provide fast and efficient medical care to the people within our community.
  • Monitor personal education credits to keep licensing and certifications current.
  • Be reliable and on time for shifts.
  • Perform daily and weekly cleaning on apparatuses and the station.
  • Continue to train and educate myself on our protocols and treatments for patients.
  • Help other colleagues with any training or knowledge needed to perform at their best and with confidence.
  • Restock ambulances and Engines with supplies used during calls.
  • Multi-task in high stress environments and having the confidence to make crucial decisions on what is the best possible care for the patient.
  • Communication using radios and phones to provide important details pertaining to incident.

Food Pantry Assistant

Salvation Army
Grand Junction, CO
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • Distributed food items to clients according to their individual needs.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant health codes when handling food products or equipment used for processing them.
  • Helped organize storage areas to ensure efficient use of space and easy access to products.
  • Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing work surfaces, and disposing of trash.
  • Assisted in preparing bags or boxes of groceries for distribution to clients.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining professional demeanor.
  • Conducted periodic inventory checks of stored goods and supplies and reported discrepancies as needed.
  • Monitored expiration dates on all perishable items in order to remove outdated products from shelves before they become hazardous.
  • Inspected and sorted food donations for quality assurance purposes.
  • Collaborated with other staff members in developing new strategies for improving pantry operations and services.
  • Assisted with setting up special events such as holiday meals or fundraisers.

Gas Station Attendant

Alta Convenience Store
Grand Junction, CO
10.2016 - 01.2023
  • Performed daily inventory checks on various products to ensure adequate stock levels.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise and ensured that pricing was correct.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding quickly to customer inquiries or complaints.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations such as spills or fires according to company protocols.
  • Monitored fuel pumps to ensure proper functioning and safety regulations were followed.
  • Restocked supplies such as paper towels, napkins, cups when necessary.
  • Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Assisted customers in locating items throughout the store.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the store, including floors, shelves, counters and windows.
  • Verified age requirements for purchase of alcohol and tobacco products.
  • Operated cash register to process customer transactions accurately and efficiently.

Education

EMT Certification - Emergency Medical Technology

Professional EMS Education
629 Hudson Bay DR, Grand Junction, CO, 81504
05-2023

High School Diploma -

Palisade High School
Palisade, CO
05-2006

Skills

  • Valid CO driver's license
  • EMTB-IV Certified
  • CPR Certified
  • Medical Equipment Operation
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Data Entry
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Patient-focused care
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Communicating with patient families
  • Conflict resolution abilities
  • Patient Care Coordination
  • Vital sign monitors
  • Inventory and supply management
  • Customer Service
  • Understanding of medical laws
  • Respiratory equipment training
  • Calm and level-headed under duress

Certification

  • CPR Certified Issued: 02/03/2023 Expires: 02/2025
  • EMTB-IV Certified Issued 11/2023
  • Firefighter 1 Completed Passed
  • Hazmat ( Currently getting ready to take test)

Affiliations

  • Education classes through Denver Health through Zoom meetings.
  • EMS training through the Fire Engineering App used through our station certifications printed and can be presented on demand.
  • Training with Chris Rowland Mesa County EMS Coordinator once a week.

Timeline

Food Pantry Assistant

Salvation Army
04.2023 - 10.2023

Medical Assistant

Docs On Call
01.2023 - Current

Firefighter/ EMTB-IV

Mesa County Fire Authority
09.2022 - Current

Gas Station Attendant

Alta Convenience Store
10.2016 - 01.2023

EMT Certification - Emergency Medical Technology

Professional EMS Education

High School Diploma -

Palisade High School

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