jenna harris
@jennaharris
Compassionate pediatric medical assistant with leadership experience and strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated medical assistant with pediatric and pain-management experience, known for strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills. I have provided direct patient care from newborns through young adulthood, assisted physicians with procedures, administered vaccines, performed venipuncture, and managed medication checks.
Across roles I have taken on leadership responsibilities — serving as team lead and primary VFC lead, overseeing nursing staff, coordinating prior authorizations, and handling clinical administrative tasks like phone triage and messaging. I consistently keep clinical spaces stocked and orderly while maintaining patient-centered care.
I bring a positive attitude, commitment to continuous learning, and the ability to adapt quickly to new environments. I seek to contribute to a collaborative clinical team where I can continue growing my clinical skills and support excellent patient outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Provided pediatric medical assisting including administering vaccines, assisting physicians with procedures, room turnover, and patient communication across newborn to young adult populations.
Team Lead Medical Assistant
Holston Medical Group
Sep 2020 - Jan 2024 (3 years 4 months)
Led a team of six nurses in pediatric care, managed VFC program responsibilities, completed prior authorizations, administered vaccines, and coordinated patient interactions and clinical tasks.
Medical Assistant
Ballad
Jul 2020 - Sep 2020 (2 months)
Cared for patients with acute and chronic pain, assisted physicians with procedures, administered vaccines and medications, performed venipuncture, and maintained medication counts and clinic rooms.
Housekeeping Attendant
Martha Washington Inn
Jan 2019 - Apr 2019 (3 months)
Performed cleaning and stocking of guest rooms, maintained housekeeping standards, and supported timely room turnover for hotel operations.
Drive-Through Worker
Dairy Queen
Jan 2014 - Nov 2018 (4 years 10 months)
Operated drive-through and front counter, prepared menu items, handled cash transactions, and maintained clean food service areas across AM and PM shifts.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Virginia Highlands Community College
2019 - 2020
Attended Virginia Highlands Community College during 2019–2020; coursework and credential details not specified.
Vocational School - NEFF
Culinary Arts / Nursing (LPN)
2016 - 2019
Completed vocational coursework including Culinary Arts I and II and first year of LPN training between 2016 and 2019.
Patrick Henry High School
High School Diploma
2016 - 2019
Completed high school education at Patrick Henry High School from 2016 to 2019.
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Location
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