Medical Assistant
Utmb Correctional Manage Care
Dawson State Jail
Clinical Medical Assistant• Managed all facets of medical assisting associated with vital signs, chart entries, wound care, bandaging, venipunctures, and suture removal.• Assisted medical personnel in the planning, evaluation and delivery of patient care including inpatient care, outpatient care, and emergency services.• Treated minor injuries and reported serious health problems to health provider. • Assisted in the care and treatment of correctional patients and administration of immunizations.• Operated medical equipment such as: O2 cylinder tanks, nebulizers, and pulse oximetry.Patient Care/Clinical Staff Assistant• Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output. Cleaned room and changed linen.• Transported patient to areas, such as operating and x-ray rooms.• Assisted nursing staff on the unit, with duties including prioritizing patient care, monitoring patient status, taking vital signs, and other duties as needed.• Established personal rapport with patients to provide comfort while administering treatment.• Entered medical data into computer system, maintained confidential records, provided patient care, and assisted with admitting, and discharging.