Kennedy Gordon
Lafayette
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Dedicated Medical Assistant skilled with technical, clerical and patient support. Strong interpersonal communication with talent effectively dealing with patients and staff alike. Detailed understanding of medical sector and regulatory obligations concerning it.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
US Heart & Vascular
Lafayette
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted with patient examinations and documented vital signs effectively.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed office workflow efficiently.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured cleanliness for patient comfort.
- Educated patients on medication usage and treatment plans clearly.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
Daycare Teacher
Little Blessings Daycare and Preschool
Maurice
09.2025 - 02.2026
- Developed and implemented lesson plans tailored to children's developmental needs.
- Managed classroom behavior and maintained a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated daily learning activities for children aged two to five years.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address concerns.
- Organized educational games and creative play for skill development.
- Ensured safety and cleanliness of the classroom and outdoor play areas.
- Participated in staff meetings to enhance program quality and improve practices.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Delta College of Arts & Technology
Lafayette, LA 02.2022 - 12.2023
Abbeville High Scool
Abbeville, LASkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Appointment scheduling
- Safety protocols
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Patient care
- Patient assessments
- Vital sign monitoring
- [Type] coding
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology
- Multitasking and organization
- Blood pressure measurement
- Triage assessment
- Basic life support
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Patient flow management
- Compassionate caregiver
- Abi ultrasounds
Certification
- CMA
- BLS
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
Little Blessings Daycare and Preschool
09.2025 - 02.2026
Certified Medical Assistant
US Heart & Vascular
02.2025 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Delta College of Arts & Technology
02.2022 - 12.2023
Abbeville High Scool