Abelardo Garcia
Walla Walla,WA
Summary
Qualified RPSGT bringing 15 years of related experience working with people all across the age spectrum from pediatric to geriatric patients. Adept at observing and monitoring patient conditions and readings to provide critical input for interdisciplinary care. Seek to bring knowledge and skills to challenging position with room for advancement and embrace technology focused on patient centered care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
Providence St. Mary Medical Center
08.2017 - Current
- Maintained a safe and comfortable testing environment by enforcing strict adherence to infection control protocols and workplace safety guidelines.
- Ensured accurate test results through meticulous equipment calibration and maintenance, adhering to strict quality control standards.
- Enhanced patient comfort during overnight monitoring with compassionate care and clear communication.
- Educated patients on sleep hygiene practices, promoting long-term health improvements and better quality of life.
- Conducted comprehensive sleep studies for accurate diagnosis of various sleep disorders, leading to effective treatment plans.
- Handled complex cases involving pediatric patients or those with comorbidities requiring specialized attention.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing education by attending conferences, workshops, and training sessions related to polysomnography technology advancements.
- Summarized technical data to assist physicians to diagnose brain, sleep or nervous system disorders.
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
Walla Walla General Hospital
09.2010 - 08.2017
- Optimized the sleep center''s inventory management system by maintaining accurate records of supplies and ensuring timely replenishments.
- Educated patients on sleep hygiene practices, promoting long-term health improvements and better quality of life.
- Enhanced patient comfort during overnight monitoring with compassionate care and clear communication.
- Improved patient care by accurately interpreting polysomnograms and identifying sleep disorders.
- Contributed to the growth of the sleep center by providing exceptional service, resulting in increased patient referrals from satisfied clients.
- Gathered, documented and tracked test results for physician interpretation.
- Updated electronic medical records with current patient data and physician notes.
Education
Certificate - Polysomnography
Highline College
Seattle, WA06.2009
Nursing Pre-requisite - Nursing
Walla Walla Community College
Walla Walla, WA01.2005
High School Diploma -
Walla Walla High School
Walla Walla, WA06.2001
Skills
- Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Strong Communication Skills
- Oxygen Therapy Administration
- Critical thinking abilities
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical documentation proficiency
- Equipment Calibration and Maintenance
- CPAP Titration Management
- BiPAP Titration Management
- Pediatric sleep studies
Accomplishments
Mission Achievement Award Recipient, 2015
Certification
CCSH Designated Focused Education Program Certificate
BRPT Pediatric Sleep Certificate
Ensodata HSAT Scoring Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
Providence St. Mary Medical Center
08.2017 - Current
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
Walla Walla General Hospital
09.2010 - 08.2017
Certificate - Polysomnography
Highline College
Nursing Pre-requisite - Nursing
Walla Walla Community College
High School Diploma -
Walla Walla High School