Wendy Price
Bement,IL
Summary
Am a hardworking employee, have very good customer service skills, am good at multitasking and time management. Am devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
I have over 20 years of experience in the medical field. I started out as an EMT and still hold that license, and am now a CMA. Am a quick learner and not afraid to learn a new task. Am also organized and a dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. With willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Carle Foundation Hospital
Monticello, Il
05.2023 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Provided immunizations to patients to keep them on schedule and healthy.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
EMS Director of BFPD
Bement Fire Protection Dist.
Bement, IL
01.2001 - Current
- Enhanced emergency preparedness, commanding oversight and maintenance of over $150,000 in inventory and equipment.
- Updated emergency preparedness resource materials plan to comply with federal and state regulations.
- Developed and deepened relationships with local municipalities, county departments and city agencies to facilitate smooth planning and coordination of emergency response.
- Inspected emergency facilities and equipment to maintain optimal functional capabilities in emergency situations.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
EMT-Basic
Bement Fire Protection Dist
Bement , IL
01.2001 - Current
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
Lead Emergency Room Tech
Kirby Medical Center
Monticello, Il, IL
03.2010 - 05.2023
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
- Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
- Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
- Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
- Coordinated with nurses to assess and prepare patients for tests and medical procedures.
- Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.
- Facilitated communication patients, visitors, nurses, physicians and other hospital personnel.
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels and replenished treatment areas.
- Supported nursing staff in day-to-day operations.
- Offered information, support and comfort to patient families.
- Greeted, guided and offered assistance to patients and visitors.
- Restocked supplies and cleaned equipment between patients.
- Performed basic, non-invasive medical assistant duties.
- Assisted administrative departments with paperwork, errands and other clerical duties.
- Worked on variety of projects to provide supplemental support to unit staff and enhance department.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant
National Healthcareer Association
Online12.2023
Certificate - Paramedic
Parkland College
Champaign, IL05.2013
License - Emergency Medical Technology
OSF Healthcare
Urbana, Il01.2001
License - Cosmetology
Beau Monde School of Beauty
Champaign, IL01.1990
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
Champaign, IL05.1988
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- EMR documentation
- Applying Orthopedic Splints and teaching others to apply them safely and correctly
- Medical Sample Collection
- EKG Interpretation and Monitoring
- Basic Life Support Certified
- Airway Management
- Replenishing Supplies
- Taking and Tracking Vital Signs
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Critical Thinking
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Planning & Organizing
- Relationship Building
- Supervision & Leadership
- Customer Service
- Computer Skills
- Flexible Schedule
- PPE Use
- People Skills
- Good Work Ethic
- EKG trained
- Telemetry trained
- Crutch training and sizing
- Well versed in medications and what they are for
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Assessments
- Immunization Administration
- Procedure Assistance
- Medical office administration
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Point of Care Testing
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Carle Foundation Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Lead Emergency Room Tech
Kirby Medical Center
03.2010 - 05.2023
EMS Director of BFPD
Bement Fire Protection Dist.
01.2001 - Current
EMT-Basic
Bement Fire Protection Dist
01.2001 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
National Healthcareer Association
Certificate - Paramedic
Parkland College
License - Emergency Medical Technology
OSF Healthcare
License - Cosmetology
Beau Monde School of Beauty
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School