**********@*****.*** *** Eastgate Ave. Apt. *E, University City, MO, 63130
OBJECTIVES
To obtain a position in a medical environment or lab to further my familiarity in the work setting
To gain experience in public health and expand my knowledge in the field
EXPERIENCE
Office of Edgardo S. Emilia, MD, Mount Vernon, IL
August 2006 – Present
Medical Assistant
Clinical
Assisted physician in medical examination by retrieving certain instruments to assess patients
Assisted patients in medical examination by helping them walk and sit, lifting them if necessary
Helped with researching new information about medical breakthroughs
Helped sterilized medical instruments under supervision of skilled nurse
Clerical
Organized patient files and bookkeeping of medical practice
Scheduled patient visits and tests
Senior Adult Day Care Services, Carbondale, IL
February 2011 – July 2011
Volunteer Assistant
Escorted disabled clients to perform daily tasks such as eating, using the restroom, and exercising
Helped clients maintain their critical thinking and artistic abilities by organizing recreational activities
Aided skilled nurses in completing work involving the health and safety of clients
City of Dauin Volunteer, Dumaguete, Philippines
June 2010 – August 2010
Humanitarian Volunteer
Helped construct a house in a province of the Philippines
Assisted workers to organize blue prints and to find places to purchase constructing equipment
Carbondale Main Street, Carbondale, IL
May 2009 – August 2009
Office Volunteer
Organized charitable events by preparing for those festivities under a manager for Carbondale
Advertised charitable events by distributing flyers and brochures to benefit Carbondale
Saluki Volunteer Corp, Carbondale, IL
August 2007 – January 2008
Partners in Reading Volunteer
Tutored children from ages 5-10 to learn how to read as well as to analyze contents of verbal passages
Taught children communication skills to build up confidence for their future
SKILLS
5 years experience as an assistant in physician office
5+ years experience volunteering in busy environments
Following directions and communicating well with others
Handling/transporting equipment or people with care
Self-motivation, working well under pressure
Organization, paying attention to detail
Being easily taught, understanding concepts quickly
Responsibility, putting priorities first
Strong writing and computing skills
Adept in Microsoft Windows operating system, Microsoft Office and the internet
HONORS
Member of International Association for Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management
Member of International Natural Hygiene Society
Member of Children's Safety Association of Canada
Cum Laude –2 semesters
EDUCATION
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
June 2007 – December 2010
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Minor in Chemistry
Minor in Philosophy
GPA: 3.48
Washington University, Saint Louis, MO
August 2011 – Present
Currently enrolled in two graduate-level classes
Self-desire to attain more knowledge about health and sciences
REFERENCES
Office of Edgardo S. Emilia, MD, Nanette Emilia, RN: 618-***-****
Senior Adult Day Care Services, Mary Jane Jaks, LPN: 618-***-****
Office of Cesar Yu, MD and Evelyn Yu, MD: 618-***-****