Medical assistant at Pediatric Associates (2016-09 – Present)
- Assisted with duties such as setting up and operating specialized medical equipment and apparatus for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures.
- Completed all of the required laboratory tests.
- Ensured that lab specimens were collected by the proper lab courier.
- Was in charge of preparing and administering medications to help patients with their symptoms.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient supply by keeping track of inventory and placing replenishment orders before they ran out.
- Gathered histories, vitals, and current compliants through patient interviews.
- Gathered all relevant information and calculations to assist the physician in interpreting the results.
- Did clerical work like word processing, data entry, phone answering, and filing.
- Gathered and documented medical data from patients, such as blood pressure and weight.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as directed.
Dental Assistant at Drew Ferguson (2006-05 – 2008-03)
- Took dental images while adhering to strict patient safety guidelines, which included warnings about risks during pregnancy, [Action], and the use of lead aprons.
- Assisted dentists in restoring teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Assisted dentists by handing them the proper instruments during procedures.
- Assisted with various procedures, including general, endo, and oral surgery, by performing general chair-side duties.
- Have a thorough understanding of the protocols that govern filling mixing.
- Organized dental instruments and equipment in a staging tray for procedures.
- Sterilized instruments and implemented procedures to comply with health and safety regulations.
- Properly organized instrument trays prior to dental procedures and surgeries.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for the dentist's review by [Action].
- Process x-rays and complete lab tasks under the supervision of a dentist.
- Used numbing gel to apply desensitizing agents and prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
- Routinely completed inventory, supply orders and restocked supplies
Caregiver at Professional Healthcare (1999-10 – 2004-02)
- Increased patient satisfaction by assisting people with personal tasks like dressing and walking.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Ran errands for customers, including grocery shopping and other essentials.
- Drove people to doctor's appointments and other errands.
- Assisted patients in taking care of themselves by teaching them how to use canes or walkers properly and safely.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional goals and support wellness goals.
- Helped residents prepare for activities and social events.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene tasks such as tooth brushing, bathing, grooming, and toileting.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks that adhered to strict dietary guidelines.
- Contribute to a positive living environment in order to improve the quality of life of my clients.
- Documented residents' behavior in terms of mental status, sleeping, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Assisted with household tasks such as meal preparation, grocery shopping, and cleaning.
- Kept track of progress and recorded any changes in status.
- Helped residents with their bowel and bladder movements.
- Keep track of my clients' appointments and current medications.
- Identified specific needs and provided the highest level of care for the patient's well-being.
- Kept the house clean and well-stocked, ran errands, managed laundry, and went grocery shopping once a week.
- Changed the bed linens and made sure the residents were comfortable.
- Transport clients to and from appointments, shopping, and other activities.
- Assist the client with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, feeding, light cleaning, and escorting to doctor's appointments.
- Provide assistance with personal hygiene.
- Performed daily household tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry, among others.
