Megan Lavender
Clovis
Summary
Highly organized and conscientious, bringing strong clinical and administrative skills to manage patient care efficiently. Proficient in performing vital signs, administering injections, experienced in diagnostic imaging ( X-ray), and assisting with medical procedures, while ensuring meticulous record-keeping and patient confidentiality. Demonstrates a solid work ethic, with a focus on accuracy and timely completion of tasks. Brings valuable knowledge and skills to the role of Medical Assistant.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Medical Assistant
Prestige Primary & Urgent Care
Fresno
11.2021 - Current
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- 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.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
Retail Associate
Ross Dress for Less
Clovis
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted in daily store operations by maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout the sales floor.
- Processed returns and exchanges efficiently while adhering to store policies.
- Operated cash register to process payments from customers.
- Maintained store appearance by stocking shelves, organizing merchandise displays, and cleaning counters.
- Executed markdowns and price changes as directed by management.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
Crew Member
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Clovis
08.2019 - 09.2019
- Completed a few weeks of work that focused on customer service, food preparation, serving and sanitation.
- Learned the organization and procedures involved in food services.
- Meal prep
- Sanitation of the workplace
- Customer service
- Serving
Hospital Volunteer at CRMC and Clovis Community
Clovis High ROP Medical Course
Fresno
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Completed one-year career focused course that focuses on patient care and assisting with nurses.
- Learned the organization and procedures involved in a medical setting.
- As well as techniques for sanitation, patient care and caring for the patient's needs in a hospital and other medical offices.
- Assisted with patient care
- Sanitation of patient rooms and gurneys
- Give refreshments
- Discharge patients to their vehicles
Teacher Assistant Volunteer
Clovis High Career Focused Course
Clovis
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Completed one-year career focused course that focuses on working with children from birth to 12.
- Learned the organization and procedures involved with a preschool or daycare center.
- As well as techniques for instructing, guiding and caring for children in a childcare program and elementary school.
- Instructed and supervised in classroom
- Taught basic skills such as math, reading, etc.
- Correct, staple and file
- Created lesson plans and activities
- Observed children's performance, behavior and social development
Education
Certificate of Completion - Clinical Medical Assisting
San Joaquin Valley College
Fresno, CA11.2021
High School Diploma -
Clovis High
Clovis05-2019
Skills
- Experienced in diagnostic imaging (X-ray and EKG)
- Tray setup
- Administer injections
- Sterile techniques
- Wound care management
- Telephone etiquette
- Patient scheduling
- Medical terminology
- Electronic medical records
- Charting
- Take and record patient history and vital signs
- HIPAA compliance
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
Certification
CPR/ BLS
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Prestige Primary & Urgent Care
11.2021 - Current
Retail Associate
Ross Dress for Less
07.2021 - 11.2021
Crew Member
Chipotle Mexican Grill
08.2019 - 09.2019
Hospital Volunteer at CRMC and Clovis Community
Clovis High ROP Medical Course
08.2018 - 05.2019
Teacher Assistant Volunteer
Clovis High Career Focused Course
08.2017 - 06.2018
Certificate of Completion - Clinical Medical Assisting
San Joaquin Valley College
High School Diploma -
Clovis High