Yvonne Artison
Gardena,CA
Summary
Dedicated Care Provider and Medical Assistant with a proven track record at IHSS Public Authority and All care Medical Management Inc., adept at emotional support and direct patient care. Expertise in creating safe, supportive environments, enhancing patient satisfaction, and efficiently managing medical tasks. Skilled in fostering trust through exceptional communication, contributing to a significant improvement in client wellness and operational efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Provider
IHSS Public Authority
Torrance, CA
02.2017 - Current
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Organized medication and provided reminders according to schedule.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Managed challenging patient behaviors effectively by utilizing de-escalation techniques and maintaining professional composure.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
- Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, using proper body mechanics to prevent injury while transferring or repositioning them.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
Medical Assistant
All Care Medical Management Inc.
San Bernardino, CA
07.2007 - 06.2016
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Education
CNA
Career Development Institute
1830 S. Robertson Blvd. Los Angeles CA 9003509.2003
Medical Assistant
American Career College
CASkills
- Emotional support
- Activity supervision
- Direct patient care
- Personal care
- Meal preparation
- Exercise encouragement
- Laundry services
- Appointment coordination
- Social interaction
Timeline
Care Provider
IHSS Public Authority
02.2017 - Current
Medical Assistant
All Care Medical Management Inc.
07.2007 - 06.2016
CNA
Career Development Institute
Medical Assistant
American Career College