Wesley Hester
SEATTLE
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering over 10 years of experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction and safety. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Medical Assistant
Kinwell Health
SEATTLE
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated referrals for patients.
- Assisted in virtual care
- Assisted with nutritional classes for patients
- Administers medication and vaccines
- Cared for and administered vaccines to pediatric patients
- Educated patients on treatment plans and preventive care practices.
- Maintained a clean and organized clinical environment for safety.
- Administered medications and conducted routine lab tests.
- Performed phlebotomy on adult and pediatric patients
- Communicated effectively with patients to gather medical histories.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
Medical Assistant
Confluence Health
SEATTLE
08.2016 - 12.2023
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated referrals for patients.
- Assisted in creating and developing safety plans and procedures
- Educated patients on treatment plans and preventive care practices.
- Maintained a clean and organized clinical environment for safety.
- Administered medications and conducted routine lab tests.
- Supported team members in training new staff and interns.
- Communicated effectively with patients to gather medical histories.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Worked with infectious disease clinicians to provide safe disease prevention
- Preceptor for new MA students during externships
Certified Nursing Assistant
RiverWest Assisted Living
SEATTLE
03.2014 - 03.2016
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to residents.
- Provided safe and comfortable care to residents
- Ran exercise programs with residents
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in resident living areas.
- Documented patient information accurately in care records.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure quality resident care.
- Assisted in meal preparation and encouraged proper nutrition intake.
- Participated in training sessions to improve caregiving skills.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Education
Associate of Science - Science
Wenatchee Valley College
Wenatchee, WA 03.2022 - 03.2026
Wenatchee High School
Wenatchee, WASkills
- Patient care
- Electronic health records
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Effective communication
- Clinical documentation
- Team collaboration
- Health education
- Safety procedures
- Sterilization techniques
- Medical supply inventory
- Telehealth coordination
- Indirect patient care
- First aid
- Phlebotomy
- Sterile technique
- Antigen testing
- Emergency procedures
- CPR
- Inventory and supply management
- Specimens collection and processing
- Pipetting
- Monitoring patient progress
- Electrodes placement
- Restocking lab supplies
- Professional bedside manner
- Simple dressings
- Clinical operations
- Family education
- Respiratory therapy functions
Affiliations
- Music
- Father
- Running
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Kinwell Health
03.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - Science
Wenatchee Valley College
03.2022 - 03.2026
Medical Assistant
Confluence Health
08.2016 - 12.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
RiverWest Assisted Living
03.2014 - 03.2016
Wenatchee High School