Jala Echols
Dallas
Summary
Compassionate Healthcare Professional and Nursing Student with over 3 years of extensive clinical experience in acute care, outpatient primary care, and women's health environments. Possess specialized skills in patient care, medical record management, and clinical procedures. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring seamless support to healthcare teams and providing exceptional service to patients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Marietta OB-GYN Affiliates
Marietta
02.2025 - 12.2025
- Conducted thorough patient intake assessments, including medical, surgical, and medication histories
- Accurately obtained and documented vital signs and patient concerns prior to provider evaluation
- Assisted physicians during gynecological exams, procedures, and treatments, ensuring patient comfort and safety
- Prepared, cleaned, and stocked exam rooms following infection-control and OSHA standards
- Administered injections per provider orders while maintaining proper documentation
- Sterilized medical instruments and ensured proper handling of clinical equipment
- Labeled, handled, and processed specimens according to facility and laboratory protocols
- Maintained patient confidentiality and delivered empathetic, culturally sensitive care
Medical Assistant
Piedmont Physicians
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Supported high-volume outpatient clinic with efficient patient flow and clinical support
- Collected patient histories and documented findings in electronic medical records
- Performed phlebotomy and blood draws using proper technique and safety precautions
- Obtained and recorded vital signs accurately and promptly
- Assisted with prior authorizations, referrals, and clinical documentation
- Prepared patients and exam rooms for provider assessments and procedures
- Administered injections while adhering to safety and infection-control guidelines
Care Partner / Patient Care Technician
Wellstar Health System
06.2022 - 01.2025
- Delivered direct bedside care in a fast-paced acute care hospital environment
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, feeding, toileting, and mobility
- Obtained and monitored vital signs, reporting abnormalities to nursing staff promptly
- Measured and documented intake and output to support accurate patient assessment
- Performed EKGs and bladder scans per physician or nursing orders
- Assisted with patient turning, repositioning, and ambulation to prevent skin breakdown and complications
- Responded to call lights and emergency situations, prioritizing patient safety
- Prepared patient rooms for admissions, transfers, and discharges
- Documented all patient care accurately in the EPIC electronic charting system
- Collaborated closely with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to support quality care
Education
Medical Assistant Diploma -
Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GA02.2025
Nurse Aide Certificate -
Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GA05.2022
High School Diploma -
Cartersville High School
Cartersville, GA05.2019
Skills
- Patient-Centered Care
- ADLs
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Intake & Output
- Patient Mobility & Safety
- Injections
- Phlebotomy & Blood Draws
- EKGs
- Bladder Scans
- Specimen Collection & Handling
- EPIC Electronic Medical Records
- Clinical Documentation
- Prior Authorizations
- HIPAA Compliance
- Therapeutic Communication
- Empathy & Compassion
- Time Management & Organization
- Critical Thinking
- Team-Based Collaboration
- Compassionate communication
- Sterilization techniques
Professional Attributes
- Strong commitment to patient safety and quality care
- Adaptable in high-pressure healthcare environments
- Detail-oriented with excellent documentation accuracy
- Passionate about nursing and continued clinical development
Clinical Skills Competencies
- Patient-Centered Care, ADLs, Vital Signs Monitoring, Intake & Output, Patient Mobility & Safety, Injections, Phlebotomy & Blood Draws, EKGs, Bladder Scans, Specimen Collection & Handling, EPIC Electronic Medical Records, Clinical Documentation, Prior Authorizations, HIPAA Compliance, Therapeutic Communication, Empathy & Compassion, Time Management & Organization, Critical Thinking, Team-Based Collaboration
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Piedmont Physicians
05.2025 - 06.2025
Medical Assistant
Marietta OB-GYN Affiliates
02.2025 - 12.2025
Care Partner / Patient Care Technician
Wellstar Health System
06.2022 - 01.2025
Medical Assistant Diploma -
Chattahoochee Technical College
Nurse Aide Certificate -
Chattahoochee Technical College
High School Diploma -
Cartersville High School