CLARA
SOUZA
********@*****.***
Cheney, WA 99004
Detail-oriented healthcare professional offering experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic
processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills. Passionate commitment to patient care. Is reliable, works as a team to achieve a positive work environment.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Vera Whole Health - Certified Medical Assistant
Spokane, WA • 02/2022 - 06/2022
Airway Heights Corrections Center /Staff Today - Certified Medical Assistant
Airway Heights, WA • 10/2021 - 02/2022
Providence Health Care - Certified Medical Assistant Spokane, WA • 01/2021 - 09/2021
WORK HISTORY
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
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Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
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Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other
physician instructions.
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• Scheduled appointments.
Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
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Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
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Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
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Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other
physician instructions.
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• Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring SKILLS
• Electronic health records
Diagnostic equipment
expertise
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Inventory and Supply
Management
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Infection Control and
Aseptic Procedures
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• Patient Care
• Phlebotomy
Assisting with physical
exams
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• OB/GYN procedures
• Point of care testing
• Compassionate
• Adaptable
Carrington College
Spokane Valley, WA • 05/2015
Medical Assisting
Glen Dow Academy Of Hair
Design And Salons, Inc.
Spokane, WA • 09/2009
Cosmetology, Aesthetics And
EDUCATION
Instructor
CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Medical Assistant
, National Healthcareer
Association - [Timeframe]
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Self Employed - Certified Medical Assistant
Spokane, WA • 06/2019 - 10/2020
Glen Dow Academy Of Hair Design - Aesthetics Instructor Spokane, WA • 08/2018 - 06/2019
Planned Parenthood - Certified Medical Assistant
Spokane, WA • 05/2015 - 08/2018
weight, temperature and blood pressure.
Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
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Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and
medical equipment.
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Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
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Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
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Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts,
completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
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• Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical
appointments.
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Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
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• Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
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Monitored student progress through test administration and adapted learning plans to optimize progress.
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Implemented and optimized new curriculum and
day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
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Tested students on materials presented in workshops and classes to assess grasp of material.
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Educated students on how Aesthetics is used in the medical field applying variety of instructional
techniques, including hands-on curriculum.
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Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
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• Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
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Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and
medical equipment.
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Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and
documented results with accuracy.
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Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
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Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
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Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
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