Kelsey Gray
Jonesboro
Summary
Adaptable Medical Assistant with experience in fast-paced healthcare settings, strong communication skills, and a passion for disaster preparedness and emergency management. Seeking opportunities to support emergency response and community safety.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
NEA Urgent Care Plus
Jonesboro
02.2026 - Current
- Assisted patients by taking vital signs, administering injections, supporting providers during exams and treatments, updating medical records, and managing front desk duties in fast-paced environment.
- Administered medications and injections per healthcare provider instructions.
- Performed routine vital sign checks and documented results accurately.
- Assisted patients with medical history forms and initial assessments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jonesboro Human Development Center
Jonesboro
08.2025 - 02.2026
- Delivered compassionate, hands-on care to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through ADL assistance, condition monitoring, documentation, adherence to individualized care plans, and collaboration with nursing staff to ensure safe, high-quality, 24-hour care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Helped residents maintain personal hygiene to promote health and well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident rooms and common areas.
Front Desk Receptionist
Office Of Multicultural Affairs
Jonesboro
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Greeted and welcomed guests, creating a positive first impression that enhanced company reputation.
- Managed high volume of incoming calls, efficiently directing them to appropriate departments or individuals to ensure timely responses.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained organized calendar for multiple staff members, facilitating smooth daily operations.
Correctional Officer
East Arkansas Regional Unit
Brickys
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Maintained security and order within correctional facility, safeguarding staff and inmates through proactive measures.
- Conducted regular inspections of cells, common areas, and perimeter to identify any potential security breaches or contraband.
- Enforced rules and regulations by monitoring inmate activities, conducting searches, and responding to incidents in a calm and professional manner.
- Supervised inmate movement during daily routines, facilitating structured schedules for meals, recreation, visits, and medical appointments.
Registered Dental Assistant
Higginbotham Family Dental
West Memphis
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Obtained and developed complete set of dental radiographs to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Monitor blood pressure and pulse before starting treatment while following all guidelines.
- Assisted the doctor with treatment procedures and communicated treatment plans and procedure steps during appointments.
- Maintained detailed records of patient treatments to enhance continuity of care and streamline appointment planning.
- Welcomed patients to dental office, providing comfort and addressing questions about procedures to foster a positive patient experience.
Child Care Worker
CRKT Daycare
Marianna
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Monitored children's behavior and suggested strategies for behavioral improvement and self-care skill development.
- Employed games, toys, and books to foster cognitive skills and improve physical abilities.
- Developed daily lesson plans aligned with children's interests to enhance engagement and learning.
- Assisted in preparing food and serving nutritious meals and snacks to children.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lee High School
Marianna, ARAssociate's - General Studies
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, ARBachelor of Science - Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, ARSkills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- ADL support
- Safe patient transfers
- Collaboration skills
- CPR certification
- Chairside assisting
- dental assisting techniques
- Dentrix software proficiency
- Organizational abilities
- Effective communication
- Chairside assisting
- Infection control
Awards
- Registered Dental Assistant
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Nitrous Oxide Certification
- CPR Certification
- IS-5.a: An Introduction to Hazardous Materials
- IS-42.a: Social Media in Emergency Management
- IS-242.c: Effective Communication
- IS-922.a: Applications of GIS for Emergency Management
- IS-240.c: Leadership and Influence
- IS-288.a: The Role of Voluntary Organizations in Emergency Management
Timeline
Medical Assistant
NEA Urgent Care Plus
02.2026 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jonesboro Human Development Center
08.2025 - 02.2026
Correctional Officer
East Arkansas Regional Unit
05.2024 - 08.2024
Front Desk Receptionist
Office Of Multicultural Affairs
04.2024 - 05.2025
Registered Dental Assistant
Higginbotham Family Dental
05.2023 - 07.2023
Child Care Worker
CRKT Daycare
01.2020 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Lee High School
Associate's - General Studies
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management
Arkansas State University