I’m currently a student at San Joaquin Valley College, working towards becoming a certified medical assistant in which I have proficiency in typing skills and accomplished CPR and HIPAA certification. My passion is the medical field where I can assist the needs and services of others while being able to connect and create a comfortable environment for patients. On an interpersonal level, I excel as a conversationalist to personalize each interaction I encounter. With previous volunteer work for organizations, I’ve come to realize I strive in wanting to make a positive difference in people’s lives and hope to one day be able to do it on a daily basis. Making a difference in people’s lives at times can take the littlest effort and in doing so
A small 5-year-old girl walking downstairs through the outside back door of her grandmother’s house in Mexico, sliding down each step of the staircase, set in the exterior connection between the two floors, just to be able to use the restroom on the first floor; a reminiscence that portrays commitment. Uniquely, this one experience defined my character. I’ve replayed this moment in my head many times through difficult times. I’ve had to face fear, anger, disappointment, and uncertainty all alone. Yet, I had never met any other person with whom I could identify with those same trademarks; until I became a medical assistant.
About a year ago, my dad got into a a very severe mountain biking accident. My 11 year old brother was with him and he called my mom and I for help. We could tell on the phone that he was panicked and afraid. So I grabbed the first aid kit and we rushed to the car and drove to where they had been riding.
Also, their job is so dangerous sometimes that because of the things they see and the experiences they must go through to save people in need, in many cases it causes more than just temporary danger, but can affect paramedics in the long run. Very frequently EMT-paramedics develop PTSD, which stands for post-traumatic stress disorder, and it is due to negative events that lead to awful memories. A case study that examined the correlation between EMT-paramedics and PTSD states, “Emergency medical technicians and paramedics are subject to critical incidents, defined as stressful workplace incidents that evoke acute distress and which may impair functioning in the short- or long-term” (Halpern). These terrifying events that often paramedics are
My initial impetus and foundation for becoming a preventive medicine physician began as a behavior analyst, serving children and teens with various developmental disorders in NY and MA. Working closely with individuals and groups as a case manager motivated me to become a medical assistant, exposing me to complex cases and clarifying my desire to reduce rural health disparities - ultimately leading me to become a physician. A multidisciplinary approach and comprehensive continuity of care is at the core of what I believe preventative medicine offers; utilizing my extensive knowledge of lobbying and rural health disparities, I feel I can make meaningful impacts on patient outcomes within outpatient-centric, rural underserved areas. I am committed
When there is a health problem in society, someone usually asks, “Have you seen a doctor? Doctors have the most clinical responsibility to provide comfort and care for patients. In addition, doctors are the last defense to protect someone from passing away. While doctors create profound changes in individuals lives, there are many healthcare problems linked to social, class, and racial inequality. I have witnessed this through my involvement in research and the personal interactions I have had with patients at my job.
Paramedic science is an inspiring avenue of work and one in which I have always believed to be my ideal career. My eagerness with this vocation has derived from my great interest in caring, helping and making a difference to people’s lives. In order for me to make an informed decision on the role of a paramedic I carried out my own research into the critical and raw nature behind the uniform; I know this is not a 9-5 job and will have both highs and lows which will be tough and at times stressful but this has not deterred me. I feel my caring, dedicated and approachable nature would be an advantage in the complex role of a paramedic.
Healthcare experience includes EMT (emergency medicine), registered nurse, emergency room technician, medical assistant, medical technologist, CNA, or respiratory therapist (3). Thankfully, I’ve gotten a head start on these hours because I became an EMT in my sophomore year of high school. However, this experience will not suffice, so I’m enrolled in a certified nursing assistant (CNA) school this summer. In order to strengthen my application, I will also be pursuing volunteer work and hopefully participating in a research lab on
Ever since I was a child I have always wanted to help the community and initially the only way I knew how to do this was by getting involved in the medical field with the desire of becoming a doctor. My life has mostly reflected this by attending the University of Nevada, Reno with an undergraduate degree in Biology, involving myself in the school’s pre-med fraternity and becoming a teaching assistant for Biology Labs. However, after graduation, I wanted real-world experience before committing myself to the 4+ laborious years of medical school. For the past year, I have worked for the local Emergency Medical Services, REMSA, as an EMT. Being an EMT has completely changed the idea of how I see my future.
As I reflect on my life experiences, I can see how my passion and interest has grown along the way. I have experienced both normal and abnormal pregnancies, survived both an abusive relationship and cervical cancer, cared for my aging parents, both of whom had significant medical issues, and ultimately handled both of their end of life care and decisions, and most recently, worked in the Emergency Department at a level three trauma center. Throughout these varied experiences, I have been fortunate to have met incredible individuals who have provided kindness, care, support, and friendship, far above and beyond what was expected of them. In June of 2023, I began working in the Emergency Department as an Emergency Department Technician. I first shadowed an experienced tech and immediately fell in love with the fast pace and varied acuity of the patients.
When I call my doctor office, I expect the person that is answering the phone to listen to me, and anything I need. I expect them to answer my questions, and if they don 't have the answer, to ask someone around them, or find the answer and give me a call back depending on the wait time. I expect them to be flexible with my schedule, and try to help me find an appointment (if need be) that will fit me, and the doctors office the best. When I become a medical assistant, and I have to potentially operate the front desk, I will use this knowledge to help my patients schedule appointments. I know that when I call the doctors office, and I 'm sick and I just want to schedule an appointment quickly, I want the receptionist to help me as best
Growing up in far South Austin in the late seventies was easy and simple. We had space and time to do whatever we pleased. This also bred a mindset from my parents and grandparents to allow my sister and me the opportunity to explore hobbies, sports and just about any interest we wanted. In doing so my parents and grandparents would tell us we were able to be whatever we wanted to be. I remember later my father told me, a couple of different times, “You just have to put your mind to it.”
The careers of an EMT and a paramedic is based on caring for the injured and sick people. Many times people need immediate assistance and that is the time where the role of the EMTs and paramedics starts its action. EMTs and paramedics respond to emergency calls that require medical assistance, they put bandages on wounds, they perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), they examine patients conditions to choose the method of treatment, they provide first-aid or life support care, they transport or transfer patients in an ambulance, they report what they observed and the treatment they provided for the patient to the healthcare staff and they clean and replace supplies and equipment used. The difference between EMT and paramedics is that
The Career Cluster Eight, Health Science, includes many occupations such as those in Medical Science and Health Service Work. These professions specialize in Diagnostic, Therapeutic, Pharmaceutical, and Supportive Services to those in their care. The career, Emergency Medical Technician, is a vital job because EMT’s [reserve t he lives of many people every day. Emergency Medical Technicians also called EMT’s are the medical services that are alerted to come when the number 911 is dialed.
I also understand where individuals are coming from even when I myself have not been in one’s position. I learned most my skills from being an EMT at my first aid squad. I just recently graduated Rutgers University, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice. I feel that this would be a great fit for me, because I am very interested
