Dena Huffman
West Chester
Summary
Nationally Certified Medical Assistant with 30 years of experience in providing high-quality patient care, including administering medications, taking vitals, and preparing patients for examinations. Strengths include strong communication skills, ability to multitask in fast-paced environments, and adaptability to changing situations. Previous work has resulted in improved clinical operations and enhanced patient satisfaction.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Nationally Certified Medical Assistant
Concentra Urgent Care
Exton
11.2022 - Current
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Collected, labeled and stored UDS specimens, Oral swabs and Hair collects properly prior to testing. Performed Breath Alcohol testing and drew blood alcohol labs.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Assisted physician with lacerations, foreign body removal and other injuries as directed.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes through blood draws and POC testing.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and maintained crash cart.
- Appointed as the Proficiency Deliverer to train and certify new employees on all drug screen processes and Breath Alcohol testing.
- Performed DOT and NON-DOT physicals to collect all pertinent information prior to patient seeing the physician.
Nationally Certified Medical Assistant
North American Spine and Pain
Paoli
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.
- Ordered all DME supplies and educated patients on use.
EMT/Certified Medical Assistant
United States Air Force, USAF
07.1995 - 09.1999
- Participated in drills designed to prepare responders for handling large-scale emergencies.
- Responded to 911 calls for assistance with medical emergencies.
- Operated ambulances safely under both normal and emergency conditions.
- Performed basic life support, including CPR and airway management.
- Provided emergency care at the scene of an accident or other medical incident.
- Assisted flight surgeons with annual physical examinations, including vision testing and audiograms.
- Performed periodic audiological evaluations for noise-exposed personnel using specialized equipment.
- Responded quickly to any medical emergencies onboard aircraft or in a ground setting.
- Performed medical assessments on pilots and aircrews to ensure fitness for duty according to FAA regulations.
- Administered medications prescribed by physicians as necessary.
- Assessed risk factors associated with high altitude flights such as hypoxia, decompression sickness, barotrauma.
- Conducted laboratory tests such as urinalysis, hematology, chemistry, immunoassays, and drug screens.
- Provided patients with information about treatment plans, prescribed medications and at-home care for chronic and acute conditions.
- Bandaged wounds and determined necessity for stitches or sutures.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant/ EMT
United States Air Force School Aerospace Medicine
San Antonio, TX12-1995
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs measurement
- Diagnostic testing
- Employee training
- Electronic health records management
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Medical supply inventory
- CPR
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Patient history collection
- Lab specimen collection
Timeline
Nationally Certified Medical Assistant
Concentra Urgent Care
11.2022 - Current
Nationally Certified Medical Assistant
North American Spine and Pain
01.2019 - 01.2021
EMT/Certified Medical Assistant
United States Air Force, USAF
07.1995 - 09.1999
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant/ EMT
United States Air Force School Aerospace Medicine