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Professional Summary
Professional Certified Patient Care Technician with 3 years experience, working in high volume dialysis center in busy urban location and 12 years previous experience in Ophthalmology care and ambulatory surgery. Caring and supportive clinician committed to providing quality service to patients and maintaining high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in a clinical environment.
Skills
Infection control standards
EMR
HIPAA
Patient education
Biohazardous waste disposal
Phlebotomy
Patient relationship management
Measuring vital signs
Dialysis treatment
Direct Patient Care
Setting up and operating surgical equipment
Pre-surgical preparation
Passing surgical instruments
Electronic Charting
Specimen collection
Medication Administration
Organization and Time management
Computer proficiency
Transcription software proficiency
Work History
01/2018 to CurrentCertified Clinical Hemodialysis TechnicianBanner Health | Mesa, AZ,
Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
Cleaned and disinfected hemodialysis machines, chairs, trays, room and equipment.
Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
Safely transported, transferred, and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics, including weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate.
Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
Recorded client data on hemodialysis flow chart.
Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
Recorded patient's pre-dialysis weight, vitals and any new medical conditions.
Conducted equipment and safety checks on hemodialysis equipment and supplies.
Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses.
Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
Administered medication such as Heparin, oxygen, anesthetic, and saline as needed.
Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
Provided in-patient care for dialysis patients simultaneously focusing on providing clean, safe and comfortable treatment environment.
Cleaned and connected to access sites, including fistulas, grafts, and catheters, by following infection control protocols.
Met with patients to discuss medical histories and current complaints.
Determined appropriate treatments to achieve balance in body.
03/2011 to 01/2016Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/Surgical AssistantSierra Eye Group | City, STATE,
Administered ophthalmic drops and ointments, focusing on patient comfort.
Operated and maintained ophthalmic equipment in alignment with safety procedures.
Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
Documented patient medical history and information utilizing EMR with commitment to accuracy.
Presented preliminary medical evaluation of clinical patients, delivering comprehensive reports to physicians.
Obtained optical pressures, checked visual acuities and administered slit lamp exams to identify issues.
Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
Conducted corneal pachymetry as screening for Keratoconus, LRI surgery and glaucoma.
Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
Assisted physician with laser procedures for vision corrective actions.
Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
04/2004 to 03/2011Certified Ophthalmic Assistant /Surgical CoordinatorVisalia Eye Center | City, STATE,
Operated and maintained ophthalmic equipment in alignment with safety procedures.
Administered ophthalmic drops and ointments, focusing on patient comfort.
Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
Obtained optical pressures, checked visual acuities and administered slit lamp exams to identify issues.
Documented patient medical history and information utilizing EMR with commitment to accuracy.
Presented preliminary medical evaluation of clinical patients, delivering comprehensive reports to physicians.
Maintained inventory of medical supplies and tools to address needs of patients.
Assisted physician with laser procedures for vision corrective actions.
Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
Instructed patient in care of use of various types of contact lenses, demonstrating insertion, removal and cleaning.
Used Lensometer to measure and record lens power of existing prescriptive spectacles.
Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
Conducted corneal pachymetry as screening for Keratoconus, LRI surgery and glaucoma.
Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies.
Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons.
Worked with registered nurse to maintain daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
Education
Expected in Associate of Science | NursingCollege of The Sequoias, Visalia, CAGPA:
Expected in 04/2004 | Medical AssistantGolden State Business College, Visalia CA, GPA:
Expected in 06/2003High School Diploma | Tulare Western High School, Tulare, CAGPA:
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