Medical assistant
Resume examples

Provided medication set-up for patients in a sixty-three (63) bed facility; monitored daily vital signs and performed medication administration, dressing changes, patient education, and wound and tracheostomy care; educated patients and families on possible adverse side effects.

• Conducted medication pass for up to 200 inmates; performed TB and blood sugar testing and supported the nurse practitioner with weekly clinics.
• Provided inmate care for sports injuries as well as medical issues; logged and charted all information.
• Advocated for all clients and referred patients out for a higher level of care when necessary.
• Checked skin for skin integrity and provide treatments as ordered by the provider.
• Charted all patient behaviors and reported all changes to the R.N.
• Conducted physical and mental health assessments; offered emotional support and encouragement to patients and their families.
• Implemented patient care; collaborated with team members and ensured continuity of care.  Supported appropriate treatment plans and maintained detailed records.
• Obtained patient data including medical history, current medication, and reason for the visit; measured and recorded vital signs.

Saved medical practice $20K in annual expenses via process improvement initiative. Conducted analytical research to implement streamlined database management procedures.

• Assessed existing workflows utilizing enterprise software to update and maintain patient records.
• Identified errors and common inconsistencies caused by manual data input and outdated systems.
• Partnered with hospital IT department to source and integrate improved CMS database.
• Presented digital solution to senior leadership for approval and universal integration.