Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin new challenge with a successful team.
Skills
High Level Disinfection/Sterilization of Instruments
Maintaining quality assurance standards
Administrative support
Inventory control
Experience
Gastroenterology Technician, 06/2012 to Current Ascension (System Office) – Mcminnville, TN,
Adhering to operating and safety procedures during cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and equipment.
Supporting physicians and nursing staff during procedures.
Running diagnostic tests and biologic quality assurance tests on endoscopic machines.
Assisting with transportation of scopes for repair and maintenance.
Measuring vital statistics and applied monitoring equipment to prepare patients for procedures.
Improving operations by working with team members and patients to find workable solutions.
Collaborating with others to discuss new opportunities.
Achieving cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
Supporting nursing supervisor by compiling paperwork and taking detailed meeting minutes.
Improving profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow and negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
Earning a reputation for good attendance and hard work.
Providing excellent service and attention to patients when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional patient care.
Nurse Aide, 06/2011 to 06/2012 Saint Luke's Health System Kansas City – Iola, KS,
Comforted residents and provided each with reassurance and encouragement.
Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
Promoted resident satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Assisted nurses with cleaning G-tube, J-tube and regular catheter insertion.
Provided compassionate care and clear communication in dealing with issues of death and dying.
Watched over residents to identify potential symptoms of medical conditions.
Supervised residents with diminished capacity to monitor any safety hazards.
Gave patients baths, cleaned bedpans and assisted with transportation to bathroom.
Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Used mobility devices and equipment to carefully and transport patients.
Cultivated amiable relationships with residents, resulting in strong overall patient happiness and emotional well-being.
Assisted residents with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Dental Assistant, 05/2001 to 11/2003 Madrona Dental Care – City, State,
Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns, and root canals.
Coordinated and managed patient care with efficiency and professionalism by scheduling appointments and educating patients.
Positioned patients for treatment by making chair adjustments and prepared necessary equipment for procedures.
Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Educated patients on postoperative and general oral health care by suggesting warm saltwater rinsing, pain medication dosage, and proper oral care techniques.
Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Entered patient data into dental records system and observed all confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
Maintained clean, sterile and positive environment to optimize patient comfort, safety and satisfaction.
Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for procedures.
Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
Prepared patients for dental procedures and treatment by greeting warmly and explaining procedure details.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: , Expected in 06/1998 Hempfield Area Senior High School - Greensburg, PA GPA:
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