Peyton Puckett
Resaca
Summary
Knowledgeable certified medical assistant with exceptional background over several years handling intensive clinical environments. Quality-driven and safety-oriented with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities. Experienced in collaborating across disciplines to support patient needs and enhance care.
Focused professional motivated to deliver seamless and pleasant healthcare experience to patients. Offering extensive background assisting medical teams in examining and treating patients. Skillful in measuring vitals, preparing, and drawing blood samples and preparing treatment rooms for examinations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
OR Scrub Tech Student
AdventHealth
Rome
03.2026 - Current
- Prepared surgical instruments for various procedures, ensuring cleanliness and readiness.
- Assisted surgeons by passing instruments efficiently during surgical operations.
- Maintained sterile environments by adhering to strict sanitation protocols and guidelines.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure timely availability of necessary supplies.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks during surgical procedures and equipment usage.
- Demonstrated knowledge of universal precautions regulations and infection control guidelines.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
AdventHealth
Rome
10.2024 - Current
- Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclaves and sterilization equipment.
- Maintained inventory of sterile supplies and equipment for efficient operations.
- Inspected and tested sterilization processes to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to coordinate instrument needs for procedures.
- Trained new technicians on proper sterilization techniques and safety protocols.
- Documented sterilization cycles and maintenance logs accurately for quality control.
- Operated cleaning machines to decontaminate instruments prior to sterilization.
- Implemented best practices for infection control within the sterile processing department.
- Performed daily cleaning and sterilization of medical instruments according to established protocols.
- Restocked shelves with completed kits and supplies after each shift.
- Assembled complex trays in accordance with department standards, utilizing appropriate packaging materials.
- Inspected and tested sterilization equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
Medical Assistant
Harbin Clinic General Surgery
Rome
10.2022 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
Chiropractic Assistant
Harbin clinic Chiropractic and physical therapy
Rome
09.2020 - 10.2022
- Greeted patients, verified insurance and collected co-payments.
- Maintained patient records and updated information in the electronic health record system.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing medical documents, answering phones and responding to emails.
- Assisted chiropractors with treatments including applying hot and cold packs, ultrasound therapy or electrical stimulation.
- Ensured cleanliness of equipment used during treatments.
- Instructed patients on how to use therapeutic exercises and stretches properly at home to speed recovery time.
- Explained post-treatment instructions to patients, providing printed materials if needed.
- Monitored appointment schedules throughout the day to ensure proper flow of operations.
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations while handling confidential patient information.
- Performed electric muscle stimulation, massage and mechanical traction therapies on patients under doctor supervision.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Kept patient rooms clean between services and removed used linens for laundering.
- Demonstrated, instructed and assisted patients in rehabilitative exercises to drive safety and minimize risk of further injury.
- Trained new staff on office procedures and patient care.
Medication Technician/ CNA
Morning Pointe Assisted Living
Calhoun
02.2018 - 09.2020
- Assisted in the preparation and delivery of medications to patients.
- Maintained accurate records of all medication administered to residents.
- Received verbal orders from physicians and other healthcare providers regarding prescriptions and refills.
- Verified expiration dates on all medications prior to dispensing them.
- Disposed expired drugs according to regulatory standards.
- Responded promptly to requests for assistance from nurses and other staff members.
- Reduced errors by hand-counting controlled medications, accurately measuring liquids and reconstituting antibiotics.
- Prevented spread of infection by consistent hand washing, universal precautions and special isolation procedures.
- Completed continuing education to stay updated on medication administration practices.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions to medications and reported findings.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
Education
Certificate - Surgical Technologist
Adventhealth University
Rome, GA 07.2024 - 03.2026
EKG Tech
MTI of North Georgia
Calhoun, Georgia01-2022
Phlebotomy
MTI of North Georgia
Calhoun, Georgia01-2022
Patient Care Tech
MTI of North Georgia
Calhoun, Georgia01-2022
Medical Assistant
MTI of North Georgia
Calhoun, Georgia01-2022
CNA School
Calhoun, Georgia02-2018
Sterile Processing And Distribution Technician -
CBSPD
05.2025 - 05.2025
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Phlebotomy
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient-focused care
- Procedure Assistance
- Patient Scheduling
- Medical Billing
- Data Entry
- Wound care and irrigation
- Sterilization techniques
- Specimens collection and processing
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Adaptable
- Vital sign monitors
- Customer Service
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Sterile technique
- Infection control procedures
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Quick problem solver
- Preparing specimens and samples
- Communicating with patient families
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Compassionate
- CPR
- Surgical instrument preparation
- Sterile processing
- Infection control
- Equipment sterilization
- Operating room etiquette
- Problem-solving capacity
- Critical thinking
- Motivation and initiative
- Infection control practices
- Aseptic technique expertise
- Stress management techniques
- Surgical equipment handling
- Passing surgical tools
Timeline
OR Scrub Tech Student
AdventHealth
03.2026 - Current
Sterile Processing And Distribution Technician -
CBSPD
05.2025 - 05.2025
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
AdventHealth
10.2024 - Current
Certificate - Surgical Technologist
Adventhealth University
07.2024 - 03.2026
Medical Assistant
Harbin Clinic General Surgery
10.2022 - Current
Chiropractic Assistant
Harbin clinic Chiropractic and physical therapy
09.2020 - 10.2022
Medication Technician/ CNA
Morning Pointe Assisted Living
02.2018 - 09.2020
EKG Tech
MTI of North Georgia
Phlebotomy
MTI of North Georgia
Patient Care Tech
MTI of North Georgia
Medical Assistant
MTI of North Georgia
CNA School