Gregory McCary
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with extensive experience at AHN West Penn Hospital, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient education. Highly motivated and committed 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
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
AHN West Penn Hospital
11.2023 - Current
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
Direct Support Professional
Passavant Memorial Homes
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Central Sterile Processing Technician
UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
Patient Care Technician Day of Admission Surgery
UPMC Shadyside Hospital
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Village At Pennwood Nursing and Rehab
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
Patient Care Technician - Spinal Rehab
UPMC Mercy Hospital
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Delivered high-quality care to Spinal Cord Injury patients in hospital facility.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under long-term care.
Patient Care Technician- Outpatient Surgery
UPMC Shadyside Hospital
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Patient Care Technician- Orthopedics/Bariatric
UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
04.2018 - 04.2020
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Delivered high-quality care to orthopedic and bariatric surgery patients in hospital facility.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Education
High School Diploma -
Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School
Pittsburgh, PA06-2017
Skills
- Specimens collection and processing
- Vital signs monitoring
- Office equipment maintenance
- Vital sign monitoring
- Appointment setting
- Medical history recording
- Venipuncture expertise
- Medical billing
- Electronic health records management
- HIPAA compliance
- Insurance verification
- EKG
Certification
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant , AHN West Penn Hospital - 1 year and 4 months
Timeline
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
AHN West Penn Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Passavant Memorial Homes
01.2023 - 01.2024
Central Sterile Processing Technician
UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
09.2022 - 02.2023
Patient Care Technician Day of Admission Surgery
UPMC Shadyside Hospital
12.2021 - 09.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Village At Pennwood Nursing and Rehab
10.2020 - 12.2021
Patient Care Technician - Spinal Rehab
UPMC Mercy Hospital
08.2020 - 12.2020
Patient Care Technician- Outpatient Surgery
UPMC Shadyside Hospital
04.2020 - 06.2020
Patient Care Technician- Orthopedics/Bariatric
UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
04.2018 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School
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