Aimee Rivera
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Experienced professional with many years' success in mentoring and developing strong healthcare teams. Talented in assisting with non-invasive and minimally invasive procedures while monitoring patients and upholding highest standards of quality and safety.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Endoscopy Technologist
Imperial Health Endoscopy Surgical Center
Lake Charles, LA
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Ensure that all necessary supplies are available for endoscopic procedures.
- Assist physicians during endoscopic examinations, including providing instrumentation and suctioning of airways.
- Organize daily workloads based on scheduled cases each day.
- Perform cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of reusable medical instruments according to established protocols.
- Monitor patients' vital signs before, during, and after procedure.
- Assist with diagnostic testing such as colonoscopies and esophagogastroduodenoscopies.
- Set up and prepare endoscopy equipment for procedures.
Medical Assistant
Xpress Med Urgent Care
Crowley, LA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Documentation through EMR system
Procedure Technician
Urology Associates
Lake Charles, LA
06.2012 - 08.2021
- Performed catheterization procedures, bladder scans, and other specialized medical treatments.
- Facilitated referrals between primary care providers and specialists when needed.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques for managing their urological problems at home.
- Documented patient progress notes according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of urology-related conditions.
- Administered medications, monitored vital signs, and provided patient education regarding postoperative care.
Education
Practical Nursing
Sowela Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA05-2009
Skills
- Communication
- Biopsy collection
- Post-procedure care
- Procedure assistance
- Instrument handling
- Patient preparation
- Equipment sterilization
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient positioning
- Patient care
- Room preparation
Timeline
Endoscopy Technologist
Imperial Health Endoscopy Surgical Center
05.2024 - 12.2024
Medical Assistant
Xpress Med Urgent Care
08.2021 - 06.2022
Procedure Technician
Urology Associates
06.2012 - 08.2021
Practical Nursing
Sowela Technical Community College
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