Tangella Panton
Mcdonough
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to expand medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment. Eager to secure entry-level surgical technologist position. Knowledgeable in all aspects of surgery, including setting up operating rooms, preparing patients and assisting surgeons. Committed to maintaining highest standards of health and safety.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Wellstar Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Maintained sterility ensuring a reduction in nosocomial infections
Medical Assistant
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Collecting and prepping lab samples
- Taking patient vitals
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Medical Receptionist/Certified Medical Assistant
Rocky Hill Dialysis Center
02.2018 - 01.2023
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and medical office policies.
Patient Care Technician/Certified Medical Assistant
Trinity Health New England
09.2009 - 10.2017
- Ensuring patients are comfortable and providing emotional support.
- Taking and recording vital signs like blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature, as well as monitoring EKG signals and patient condition.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, changing bandages, performing phlebotomy.
Medical Assistant
Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Center
03.2000 - 06.2009
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
The College of Westchester
White Plains, NY05.2021
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Westchester Career Quest University
White Plains, NY06.2014
Skills
Surgical Instrument Knowledge
Pre- and post-surgical counts
Safe sharps disposal
Professionalism and Ethics
HIPAA Compliance
Patient Scheduling
Medical terminology knowledge
Vital Sign Monitoring
Customer Service
CPR
Laboratory Specimen Collection
Insurance Verification
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Wellstar Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
10.2023 - 04.2024
Medical Receptionist/Certified Medical Assistant
Rocky Hill Dialysis Center
02.2018 - 01.2023
Patient Care Technician/Certified Medical Assistant
Trinity Health New England
09.2009 - 10.2017
Medical Assistant
Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Center
03.2000 - 06.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
The College of Westchester
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Westchester Career Quest University
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