Ian Mwangi
San Diego
Summary
Dynamic Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with extensive experience at UCSD Health, skilled in vital signs monitoring and specimen collection. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective education and compassionate care. Adept at preparing for examinations and implementing infection control procedures, ensuring a safe and efficient healthcare environment.
Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.
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 bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nursing Student
MiraCosta College
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with members of multidisciplinary team and offered suggestions while demonstrating sensitivity to aspects of care delivery.
- Recognized and reported observations, patient behaviors and other indicators outside normal parameters or directions given by LPN.
- Responded and followed up to needs of patient population to foster comfortable and safe environment.
- Used initiative in carrying out recurring tasks within scope of practice and established standards of care.
- Demonstrated skills and abilities within scope of LPN practice and in accordance with competencies and procedures.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
UCSD Health
05.2023 - Current
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
01.2019 - Current
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
01.2019 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Education
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA09-2027
Associate of Science - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Miracosta College
Oceanside, CA08-2025
Associate of Science - Social Sciences Education
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA06-2020
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Specimens collection and processing
- Medical history recording
- Needs assessment
- Examination preparation
- Appointment setting
- Immunization administration
- Needs assessments
- Medical equipment operation
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Specimen collection
- Vital signs measurement
- Infection control procedures
Accomplishments
- Mentored junior staff on new radiological equipment operation.
- Recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty.
- Recognized for outstanding dedication to patient care.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- CPR Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nursing Student
MiraCosta College
08.2024 - Current
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
UCSD Health
05.2023 - Current
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
01.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Education
San Diego State University
Associate of Science - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Miracosta College
Associate of Science - Social Sciences Education
Grossmont College
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