Sydney Gerhards
Orangevale
Summary
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Allure Skin and Laser
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Managed time efficiently while providing care to 10-15 patients.
COVID-19 Contact Tracer
University of Utah
10.2019 - 01.2022
- Reduced COVID-19 transmission by effectively identifying and contacting exposed individuals.
- Provided emotional support for distressed individuals during difficult conversations surrounding their potential exposure to COVID19.
- Enhanced community safety, providing clear guidance on isolation and quarantine procedures to exposed individuals.
- Improved contact tracing efficiency with accurate data entry and case management system utilization.
Lead Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
Steve Miklos Aquatic Center
03.2016 - 01.2021
- Ensured swimmer safety by diligently monitoring pool activities and enforcing rules.
- Performed timely pool chemical checks, ensuring proper levels for a healthy swimming environment.
- Established strong relationships with local emergency services providers to facilitate rapid response in crisis situations.
- Responded to emergencies with swift action, providing first aid and CPR when necessary.
- Organized engaging swim lessons for various age groups, teaching essential skills for aquatic safety and enjoyment.
- Contributed to increased membership sales by promoting the benefits of aquatic facilities within the community.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Samuel Merritt University
Sacramento, CA12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Westminster College
Salt Lake City, UT05-2021
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical documentation
- Patient and family advocacy
- Direct patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Telemetry monitoring
Clinical Experience
- Kaiser Permanente Roseville
Medical-Surgical, Maternity, Pediatrics - February 2024 - August 2024
- Sutter Center for Psychiatry
Acute adult, adult, adolescent, and latency - September 2024 - November 2024
- Sutter Trauma Prevention
High schoolers in placer county - September 2024 - October 2024
- Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital - Preceptorship
Ambulatory Treatment Center - November 2024 - December 2024
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Heart Association
- ECG Dysrhythmia Interpretation
- IV Therapy - Samuel Merritt University
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)- American Heart Association.
- Mental Health First Aid
- ACEs
- Stop The Bleed - Sutter Roseville Medical Center
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Allure Skin and Laser
08.2021 - 12.2023
COVID-19 Contact Tracer
University of Utah
10.2019 - 01.2022
Lead Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
Steve Miklos Aquatic Center
03.2016 - 01.2021
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Heart Association
- ECG Dysrhythmia Interpretation
- IV Therapy - Samuel Merritt University
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)- American Heart Association.
- Mental Health First Aid
- ACEs
- Stop The Bleed - Sutter Roseville Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Samuel Merritt University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Westminster College
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