I have worked in the medical field for 20+ years doing anything and everything that was asked of me for patient care and treating them like i would want my family treated. i hope you will consider adding me to your team.
Skills
Wound Care
Phlebotomy procedures
Drawing blood
CPR
Collecting medical samples
Measuring and monitoring vitals
Aseptic techniques
Basic patient care
Orthopedic splint application
Patient admissions
Orthopedic fitting
Technical Support
Cardiac monitoring
12-lead EKG monitoring
Direct Patient Care
Patient Assessments
Triaging
Work History
03/2010 to 05/2021
ER TechnicianSca Health – Bylas, AZ,
Collected basic samples such as blood, urine and stool, labeling specimens properly and transferring to laboratory for testing.
Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
Applied orthopedic devices like traction and OCL splints.
Decontaminated and sanitized all equipment, instruments and supplies.
Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
Assisted patients with limited mobility in dressing and undressing, bathing and other day-to-day needs.
Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
Administered basic wound care, insertion of Foley catheters and nasogastric tubes.
Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients, and visitors.
Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
Carried out phlebotomy procedures, including preparing patients, finding viable veins and watching for adverse reactions
Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
Assisted doctors with examinations of patients by taking vital signs, including blood pressure, height, weight and drawing blood.
Provided triage, first-aid and referral to outside medical providers during workplace injury or medical emergency.
Used [Software] to maintain records of patient care, condition and progress and reported and discussed observations with [Job title].
Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
Administered first aid treatment and life support to care for sick or injured individuals.
Utilized hospital beds and wheelchairs to transport patients throughout hospital.
Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed to other units.
Assessed extent and nature of injury or illness to prioritize and establish medical procedures.
Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
Monitored patients' comfort and safety during examinations and tests to alert physicians of abnormalities and changes in patient response.
04/2017 to 06/2019
Medical AssistantMidland Care Connection – Lawrence, KS,
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.
Balanced, calibrated and recorded appropriate hemodynamic data.
Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
10/2001 to 04/2017
PhlebotomistCanyon View Medical Group – Springville, UT,
Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
Logged patient information and recorded results into system using [Software] and [Software].
Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
Education
Expected in
High School Diploma: Lynn Camp High School - Gray, GPA:
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