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EMERGENCY ROOM TECHNICIAN
Summary
Dedicated compassionate Emergency Room Technician. Committed to collaborating with medical team to meet physical and emotional needs of patients. Successfully provides assistance in wide range of medical emergencies including baby delivery, cardiac arrest, accidents and major trauma. Recognized for superior ability to proactively identify needs of staff and respond quickly.
Skills
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Experience
Emergency Room Technician|Northwell Health - Bay Shore , NY|02/2018 - Current
- Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
- Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
- Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
- Monitored diagnostic medical equipment to measure and observe various aspects of patient's health.
- Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
- Facilitated communication patients, visitors, nurses, physicians and other hospital personnel.
- Coordinated with nurses to assess and prepare patients for tests and medical procedures.
- Cleaned, disinfected and sterilized surgical instruments adhering to infection control procedures.
- Conducted patient assessments under supervision of staff nurses and physicians.
- Took blood pressure measurements and reported to nurse or physician if above or below normal levels.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Updated patient's medical records, insurance information and family history for charts.
- Triaged patients to award priority to patients with more severe complications.
- Adhered to local, state and federal guidelines and accrediting agency regulations.
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels and replenished treatment areas.
- Collected blood and urine samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
- Administered non-medication IV fluids and maintained IV flow rates.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
Emergency Room Technician|Northwell Health - Great Neck , NY|02/2013 - 12/2018
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Provided direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Communicated with clients and families in professional and respectful manner, effectively building lasting relationships.
- Intervened in cases that warranted it, including when clients wished to leave facility against medical advice.
- Handled various patient-oriented duties, including vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
Emergency Medical Technician|Ascension Health - Batesville , IN|02/2006 - 01/2011
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Provided direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Documented all calls in reports detailing type of incident and course of treatment.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Asked patients questions regarding ingestion or intake of over-the-counter, prescription and illicit medications.
- Assessed incident scene upon arrival to determine level of safety for all first responders.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
Education and Training
Springfield Technical Community College|City, StateSome College (No Degree): Emergency Medical Technology
Springfield Technical Community College|City, StateSome College (No Degree): Pharmacy Technology
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School Attended
- Springfield Technical Community College
Job Titles Held:
- Emergency Room Technician
- Emergency Medical Technician
Degrees
- Some College (No Degree) : Emergency Medical Technology
Some College (No Degree) : Pharmacy Technology
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