Patient Care Medical Assistant
Resume:
Gwendolyn Fowler
Tifton, GA *****
***************@*****.***
Ambitious CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT and CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT with extensive experience in patient care and hospital administrative functions. Strong in hospital and longterm skills combined with ability to evaluate and advocate for patient needs. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide exceptional care and patient education. Highly motivated individual that can provide excellent patient care. I have been working with sick, elderly and patients with disabilities for about 10 plus years. I also have three years experience in hospice care. I have many years in leadership where I played many roles such as scheduling staff to work, making patients appointments, caring for the needs of patients, monitoring patients and staff safety and providing training to new employees. Qualities I can bring to the job are my hardworking skills, dedication, friendliness, leadership skills and the ability to adjust to new things. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Medical Assistant
Archbold Medical Center - Thomasville, GA
October 2023 to Present
• Interview patients and record their medical history
• Measure patients' vital signs, such as their blood pressure and weight
• Help physicians with patient examinations
• Give patients injections or medications as directed by physicians and as permitted by state law
• Schedule patient appointments
• Collect and prepare samples of blood and other specimens for laboratory tests
• Enter patient information, such as their vital signs and test results, into medical records
• Assisted physicians with patient examinations and treatments, ensuring a high level of patient care and satisfaction.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Patient education and health promotion
Patient appointment scheduling and medical record management Medication preparation and administration
Medical documentation and charting
Physician assistance in examinations and treatments Patient preparation for diagnostic procedures
Vital sign and medical history recording
Patient communication and rapport building
Time management and multitasking
Electronic health record (EHR) proficiency
Medical terminology knowledge
CPR and first aid certification
Travel CNA
Suwannee Medical Personnel - Valdosta, GA
May 2022 to Present
• Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
• Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
• Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
• Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
• Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
• Cared for patients in facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
• Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
• Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
• Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
PCT/ SECRETARY
Tift Regional Medical Center - Tifton, GA
October 2017 to January 2022
Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs. Completed skilled administrative work to support all office staff and operational requirements.
• Developed training protocols for new unit secretaries. Executed administrative duties to facilitate unit tasks and meet team goals. Maintained rapport with all unit staff, including physicians, nurse and other healthcare personnel.
• Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department. Answered phone calls and messages for DAILY-physician medical facility, scheduling appointments and handling patient inquiries.
• Assisted patients with daily ADLS such as baths, feeding etc.
• Assisted patients and family needs with dying or critical patients.
• Assisted nurses and doctors with patient care as needed.
• Promoted with raise to unit secretary on 8/5/2019 Direct Support House Supervisor
Diversified Enterprises Inc - Tifton, GA
May 2015 to October 2017
Updated patient files with current information about vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to patient treatment planning.
Minimized injuries to staff or patients by offering important support or restraint to control patient movements.
Promoted health and wellness in psychiatric patients by providing caring emotional support and encouragement.
Enhanced successful patient outcomes by helping each participate in recreational activities alone or in groups.
• Administered medication as directed by physician.
• Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care. Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress. Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
• Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
• Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed. Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated.
Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being. Quickly identified problematic changes in patient behavior and progress by closely monitoring patients and keeping detailed records.
Assisted staff members during emergency situations while maintaining professionalism and observational skills.
• Completed accurate daily death documents, reports and invoices. Coordinated with appropriate administrative staff to address clinical, operational and financial questions.
• Reviewed and balanced daily bank deposits and deposit report. Education
Certification in Registered Medical Assistant
Lowndes health and Learning - Valdosta, GA
July 2023 to August 2023
High School Diploma
Tift County High School - Tifton, GA
May 2006
Skills
• Multi-Line Phone Systems
• Appointment Scheduling
• Telephonic Customer Support
• Medical terminology
• First Aid/CPR
• Medical equipment
• MS Office
• Keyboarding
• Patient Care
• Vital Signs
• Hospice Care
• Caregiving
• Medical Office Experience
• Developmental Disabilities Experience
• Home Care
• Nursing
• Medication Administration
• Laundry
• Hospital Experience
• EMR Systems
• Experience Administering Injections
Certifications and Licenses
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
June 2017 to Present
CN0030052720
CPI
February 2020 to Present
Certified to care for mentally disabled patients. Also certified to care for patients with behavioral problems
RMA
August 2023 to August 2024
Certificate # 10145394
AED Certification
BLS Certification
CPR Certification
Assessments
Nursing assistant skills — Proficient
January 2023
Providing nursing aid to patients using knowledge of relevant equipment and procedures Full results: Proficient
Work style: Reliability — Proficient
January 2023
Tendency to be reliable, dependable, and act with integrity at work Full results: Proficient
Administrative assistant/receptionist — Proficient March 2023
Using basic scheduling and organizational skills in an office setting Full results: Proficient
Administrative assistant/receptionist — Proficient May 2022
Using basic scheduling and organizational skills in an office setting Full results: Proficient
Medical terminology — Completed
March 2023
Understanding and using medical terminology
Full results: Completed
Home health aide skills — Proficient
May 2022
Providing care to patients in a home setting
Full results: Proficient
Attention to detail — Proficient
March 2023
Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information
Full results: Proficient
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Additional Information
Awarded employee of the quater @ TIFT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER 11/2019. Awarded employee of the year @ TIFT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER 12/2019. CONTACT INFORMATION: ***************@*****.***
Tifton, GA 31794
Reference:
Shakyra Robinson Prince, RN BSN-229-***-****
Annette Holloway, Instructor-229-***-****
Zaronna Hill, Sister-229-***-****
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