Dec 14, 2025

Carol Trevethan

  • Medical Assistant
  • Santa Barbara, CA 93150
Full time Infusion Therapy Emergency Pediatric Intensive Care

Personal Summary

I am a dedicated Medical Assistant skilled in technical, clerical, and patient support. I have strong interpersonal communication skills and excel at effectively dealing with patients and staff alike. I possess a detailed understanding of the medical sector and its regulatory obligations.

Skills

  • Epic- Krono- Visage Database
  • CPR BLS
  • Sozo Machine for Lymphedema and total body composition
  • Clinical and admin skills

Licenses and certifications

  • Clinical Certified Medical Assistant
  • CPR BLS, AMA, (American Heart Association)

Awards and achievements

  • Ambassador to Brazil via Rotary Club Santa Barbara, 2003
  • Honduras Missionary Trip 2017
  • Volunteer SB Triathlon 2020-2025
  • Volunteer Amgen Tour 2015

Work Experience

Medical Assistant II
Jan 2025 - Present Sutter Health, Ridley Tree Cancer Center, Surgical Oncology

· Provided imaging and reports as needed for the physicians. · Documented vital signs and roomed patients in a courteous manner. · Monitored patients during therapeutic ultrasound. · Facilitated follow-up diagnostic appointments. · Prioritized triage of patients. · Authorized medications, covered my meds and insurance, medication refills, and liaison to pharmacy, doctor, and patient. · Assisted with punch biopsies, cyst aspirations, removed sutures and staples, assisted with insertion of drains and procedures for hematomas and seromas. Educated patients on wound and drain care. · Analyzed findings of radiology & pathology reports, ultrasound, doctor notes, and other significant data to prioritize pre-charting of patients. · Contacted patients with MRI lab and pathology results; answered patient questions via telephone, my chart, and in person. · Supported all doctors and PAs in our department and assisted in Hematology and Infusion at Ridley Tree Cancer Center as needed. · Data Analyst work importing outside images to Visage System. · Roomed patients for 5 providers.

Medical Assistant
Jan 2023 - Present Brightstar Care

· Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinical setting. · Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription, and data entry. · Educated patients on healthcare topics of nutrition and diseases pertinent to their case. · Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the desired system.

Medical Assistant and Private Duty Care
Jan 2021 - Jan 2023 Thomas Devore private care, Karen Reynolds

· Direct total patient care. · Monitored vitals, medication, and doctor appointments. · Wound care, enemas, and physical therapy. · Administration of medications. · Maintained patient hygiene and daytime activities.

Education

Clinical Medical Assistant
- Jun 2021 US Career Institute, Colorado
Business Courses
SBCC, Santa Barbara, California
Wound Management Studies
Currently enrolled