Lori Vinal
Norwood,USA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate healthcare proffesional with several years experience in both emergent
and non-acute medical care. Demonstrated competency in patient care, documentation, effective
communication and collaboration with other health care professionals. I am eager to find a postion in
a diverse healthcare setting in which I can provide personalized patient care while continuing to learn
and advance in my career.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
BOSTON EMS
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Respond to 911 calls for the City of Boston
- Administered Emergency medical care per protocol
- Advanced training such as glucagon administration, NIMS 100&700, hazmat and active shooter scenarios training
- CPI training- Crisis prevention
Activity Assistant
Wingate
11.2019 - 04.2020
- Came up with daily activity plans for elderly patients
- Planned monthly calenders of events to keep patients engaged and socializing
- Morning engagement to gauge the alertness level of those in my care
- Chair or standing stretches daily.
Bartender
Loyal Order of Moose
02.2017 - 04.2020
- Daily opening of lodge, bartenders hold keys and run shift independently without supervision
- Daily cash count and lottery count and operation of POS system
- Maintained an inventory of bar products, including alcohol, soft drinks and paper product
- Influence aspects of drinking behavior, encouraging responsible behavior
- Worked larger scale sporting and family events that require a need for quick and effective service while maintaining safety standards
- Maintained TIPS and serve safe certification
EMT-Basic
Cataldo Ambulance
Boston, MA
05.2011 - 01.2017
- Responded to dispatched emergency assignments quickly and safely
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at the scene
- Interpreted limited histories and used physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues
- Monitored patients for changes, and reviewed and revised plans accordingly
- Worked closely and in conjunction with Fire, Police and hospital staff to ensure the best possible outcome
- Inspect vehicle, medical supplies, and equipment during down time
- Maintain current knowledge of treatment protocols and response requirements through continued education, trainings and seminars
- Hospital transfers for BIDMC
- Responding to Revere 911 calls 1 shift weekly
Bartender/Server
TGI Fridays
06.2008 - 01.2016
- Prepared drinks for an entire restaurant and my bar while still serving food and maintaining guest satisfaction
- Help to create and sustain a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere for guests
- Influence aspects of drinking behavior to encourage responsible drinking
- Ordered and maintained an inventory of bar products, including alcohol, soft drinks and supplies to ensure high volume of daily and weekly sales
- Utilized knowledge of mixed beverages, specialty liquors and beers to serve customers and provide wait staff with well- prepared drinks in a timely fashion
- Maintained a detailed working knowledge of the menu and numerous drink recipes, using that knowledge to discuss and make suggestions to guests and teach waitstaff
- Operated POS system, maintained clean and organized work station, maintained safety and sanitation standards.
Emergency Medical Technician
McCall Ambulance
01.2010 - 03.2011
- Patient transports from local Hospitals to to SNF, home or hospice
- Transport patients to or from dialysis
- Responded to local SNF's for emergency situations
- Monitored patients for changes and changed plan of action when needed
- Worked closely with hospital staff to provide care for patients and plan to next steps.
Shift Supervisor
Friendly's
09.2006 - 05.2008
- Daily shift opening, including counting registers and daily cash count
- Ordered and maintained inventory for all products in the restaurant according to weekly sales volume needs
- Supervised a crew of approximatley 4-6 people daily, maintaining safety and sanitation standards and ensuring crew had a detailed working knowledge of upcoming promotions, new products and sales goals
- Operation of POS system and daily bank cash drops
- Maintaining weekly server schedule and payroll review for General manager approval
- Helped to create an atmosphere that is welcoming and drives repeat buisness
Insurance Recovery Analyst
CCS
07.2002 - 08.2006
- Third party medical billing for workers comp and motor vehicle claims from various New England hospitals
- Negotiated payment of claims with attorneys which satisfied clients and hospitals
- Scanned hard copy claims into a computer system when necessary
- Met monthly quotas for closed claims
- Gathered contacts and built networks within the insurance industry for assistance of claim collection
- Hired as a Claim File Analyst to scan records and file appropriately
- Promoted with a much higher pay grade to an Insurance recovery analyst within 6 months.
Education
in Human Services - undefined
2006
Skills
- Medical Billing
- Workers' Compensation
- Medical Records
- Insurance Verification
- EMR systems
- Management
- Medical terminology
- Patient Care
- Vital Signs
- Customer service
- Medical office experience
- Senior care
- Certifications and Licenses
Certification
CPR Certification
Bartender TIPS certification
CPI Blue card
January 2023 to January 2025
Nonviolent crisis intervention with advanced physical skills
Driver's License
EMT Certification
EMT-B
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician - BOSTON EMS
09.2022 - 12.2023
Activity Assistant - Wingate
11.2019 - 04.2020
Bartender - Loyal Order of Moose
02.2017 - 04.2020
EMT-Basic - Cataldo Ambulance
05.2011 - 01.2017
Emergency Medical Technician - McCall Ambulance
01.2010 - 03.2011
Bartender/Server - TGI Fridays
06.2008 - 01.2016
Shift Supervisor - Friendly's
09.2006 - 05.2008
Insurance Recovery Analyst - CCS
07.2002 - 08.2006
Bunker Hill Community College - in Human Services,