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HEALTH TECHNICIAN
Professional Summary

Experienced veteran offering over 26 years of healthcare experience. Highly accurate and efficient with strong time management skills and reliable, hardworking nature.

Work History
Veterans Affairs North Florida South Georgia - Health TechnicianJacksonville, FL09/2020 - Current
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Optimized machinery and obtained consistent, accurate results through proper equipment calibration.
  • Educated patients about procedures, answered questions and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
  • Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork.
  • Checked patient identifying information against records to uphold strict security, safety and regulatory standards.
  • Reviewed available supplies, identified deficiencies and located necessary materials to meet operational demands.
US Navy Environmental Preventive Medicine Unit 2 - Hospital Corpsman Chief Norfolk, VA07/2008 - 07/2012
  • Provided leadership, delegation and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
  • Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Maintained compliance with local, national and federal requirements by tracking staff education and certifications.
  • Interacted and communicated easily with department personnel and public.
  • Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
  • Kept laboratory in compliance with all applicable guidelines and laws.
  • Logged patient information and recorded results into system using Composite Health Care System (CHCS) and Excel.
  • Identified microorganisms present in environmental and patient samples and cultivated strains to support clinical diagnostics.
  • Trained staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
US Navy Recruit Training Command - Recruit Training OfficerGreat Lakes, IL01/2005 - 07/2008
  • Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
  • Acted as training subject matter expert and provided extensive technical support to different departments.
  • Trained approximately 1200 students with graduation rate of over 98%.
  • Adjusted instructional strategies according to student needs and understanding of material.
  • Developed and implemented effective lesson plans to cover necessary material.
  • Liaised between trainers and course participants.
  • Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for students and recruits training courses.
  • Identified physical training needs and led workout programs accordingly to ensure recruits were in outstanding physical condition for fitness tests.
US Navy Naval Hospital Portsmouth - Hospital Corpsman General and Medical RecordsPortsmouth , VA07/1992 - 01/1999
  • Received and processed medical records requests.
  • Created new physical and computer-based files.
  • Adhered to all facility, company and legal guidelines.
  • Reviewed charts and flagged incomplete or inaccurate information.
  • Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
  • Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers.
  • Reviewed medical records for completeness and filed records in alphabetic and numeric order.
  • Utilized CHCS and Office to manage and confirm patient data, such as demographic and medical history information.
  • Accurately pulled patient records for upcoming appointments and procedures, typically on the same day.
  • Managed electronic medical records for approximately 3,000 patients.
  • Maintained patient charts and accurately recorded new information.
  • Prepared mailings of information and documentation.
  • Oversaw 6-month project to revamp medical records system, improving department productivity.
  • Responded to materials requests and retrieved necessary information.
  • Sorted materials and filed according to guidelines.
  • Transported sick and injured and conducted preliminary physical examinations.
  • Interacted and communicated easily with department personnel and public.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
  • Conducted machine safety checks according to facility policy.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Assisted physicians in follow-through of care.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients and maintained shot records.
  • Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
  • Prepared blood, urine, stool and sputum lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Attended required training, education and meetings.
Skills
  • Medical terminology understanding
  • Paperwork processing
  • Records management
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Records review
  • Venipuncture
  • Phlebotomy
  • Laboratory Procedures
  • Medical Records Maintenance
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Patient-focused care
Education
05/1995Hospital Corp SchoolGreat Lakes, Il
01/2000Thomas Nelson Community CollegeHampton, VaAssociate of Arts: Medical Laboratory Sciences
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Veterans Affairs North Florida South Georgia
  • US Navy Environmental Preventive Medicine Unit 2
  • US Navy Recruit Training Command
  • US Navy Naval Hospital Portsmouth

School Attended

  • Hospital Corp School
  • Thomas Nelson Community College

Job Titles Held:

  • Health Technician
  • Hospital Corpsman Chief
  • Recruit Training Officer
  • Hospital Corpsman General and Medical Records

Degrees

  • Associate of Arts : Medical Laboratory Sciences

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