Knowledgeable Gastroenterology Technician with success in assisting with procedures like stent placement, biopsies, balloon dilations and fine needle aspirations. Talented in fostering rapport with patients and driving team collaboration in high-stress environments. Endoscopy Technician offering over 5 years' experience in equipment preparation and maintenance for EGD, CSP and ERCP procedures. Detail-oriented, hardworking and able to learn new techniques, equipment and software in efficient and skilled manner.
Skills
Advanced manual dexterity
Scope calibration
Aseptic techniques
Colonoscopy and panendoscopy procedures
Patient Care
Certified in CPR
Certified in BLS
Maintaining endoscopic equipment
Specimen preparation
Education and Training
Hughson High SchoolHughson, CAExpected in 08/2014 ā āHigh School Diploma: - GPA:
Clark State Community CollegeSpringfield, OHExpected in ā āAssociate of Applied Science:Nursing - GPA:
Provide assistance to physicians in performing both EGD and CSP procedures, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), esophageal dilations, foreign body removals, tissue collection and other endoscopic procedures.
Measured vital statistics and applied monitoring equipment to prepare patients for procedures.
Adhered to operating and safety procedures during cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and Medivator equipment.
Followed nurses' instructions and physicians' orders when administering oral medications.
Prepared equipment, educational materials, and pharmaceutical supplies to expedite patient discharge processes.
Set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming operations.
Prepared collected specimens for cytological, microbiological and pathological analysis.
Run diagnostic tests and biologic quality assurance tests on endoscopic machines such as Medivator.
Assisted with transportation of scopes for repair and maintenance.
Transported and helped patients prior to and following procedures.
Use aseptic techniques to sterilize endoscopes, forceps, snares and other endoscopic tools and equipment.
Obtained informed consents and recorded drug allergies before administering pre-procedure medications.
Review procedure requirements to select and set up appropriate equipment and supplies.
Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
United States Air Force, USAF - Aerospace Medical Technician City, STATE, 01/2015 - 01/2021
Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for check-ups, procedures and surgeries.
Collected biological samples, handled safely and packaged for laboratory testing.
Provided patients with information about treatment plans, prescribed medications and at-home care for chronic and acute conditions.
Completed intake interviews and took patient vitals to collect information such as temperature, pulse, manual blood pressure and weight.
Helped medical staff perform non-invasive procedures and assisted with surgeries.
Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Assessed scenes and prioritized care according to severity of injury or illness.
Documented all patient information, including condition or injury, treatment and medication administration.
Completed emergency treatment procedures to stabilize individuals for transport.
Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
Performed stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring to maintain consistent patient care during ambulance ride.
Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
Monitored and replenished ambulance supplies, maintaining well-stocked inventory and properly functioning equipment.
Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
Operated ambulance to and from scenes and emergency facilities, responding to dispatch calls for emergent medical assistance.
Delivered first aid or life support care to sick or injured individuals in pre-hospital settings.
United States Air Force, USAF - Inpatient Medical Technician City, STATE, 06/2019 - 02/2020
Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Addressed unit staff concerns, including staffing ratios, resource management, allocation of responsibilities and optimized workload management.
Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
Shift lead for all Medical Technicians while working the MSU, responsible for receiving handoff on patients as well as assigning patients to oncoming shift technicians, managing patient load per technician and ensured proper staffing. Responsible for assigning all admits throughout shift.
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