Aisha Preston
COCKEYSVILLE,MD
Summary
Skilled Endoscopy Technician with a proven track record at GBMC HealthCare, enhancing patient care through advanced endoscopic procedures and high-level disinfection. Demonstrated expertise in flexible endoscope use and a commitment to professionalism, significantly improving patient comfort and procedure efficiency. Certified in CPR, adept at infection control standards, and excels in patient preparation and support. Seasoned endoscopy technician prepared to take next career step in leadership-focused role. Exceptionally talented in assisting with procedures such as stent placements, ERCP, BARRX and endoscopic ultrasounds. Offering 6-year background to growing team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Endoscopy Technician
GBMC HealthCare - Greater Baltimore Medical Center
05.2019 - Current
- Advanced skillset through participation in specialized trainings on various types of endoscopic equipment, broadening capabilities as a technician.
- Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians and nurses to develop individualized patient care plans focused on maximizing comfort and minimizing anxiety levels.
- Improved patient comfort during endoscopic procedures by providing attentive care and maintaining a calming environment.
- Assisted physicians and nursing staff with various tasks and responsibilities during procedures.
- Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
- Ensured timely completion of endoscopic procedures by effectively assisting physicians with scope insertions, biopsies, and polypectomies.
- Prepared patients for procedures to assist doctors, nurses and support staff.
- Reduced risk of infection through meticulous cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance of endoscopes and accessories.
- Transferred scopes to appropriate department for repairs and maintenance.
- Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
- Handled transfers of scopes to various departments for maintenance and routine repairs.
- Assisted in collection of biopsy samples for further analysis, contributing to accurate diagnoses.
- Assisted physicians in performing upper and lower gastrointestinal examinations, esophageal dilation and biliary stent placements.
Patient Care Technician
GBMC HealthCare - Greater Baltimore Medical Center
12.2014 - 05.2019
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, easing their stress and anxiety during hospital stays.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms for admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring readiness and comfort.
Education
GED -
Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MD03.2013
Skills
- Flexible Endoscope Use
- Patient preparation
- Measuring vital signs
- Biopsy Handling
- High-Level Disinfection
- Certified in CPR
- Professionalism
- Endoscopic Procedures
- Infection control standards
- Room preparation
- Scope Troubleshooting
- Endoscope Reprocessing
Accomplishments
- Completed advanced training in scope reprocessing
- Trained over 15 staff nurses/ techs on endoscopy unit policies and procedures.
Timeline
Endoscopy Technician
GBMC HealthCare - Greater Baltimore Medical Center
05.2019 - Current
Patient Care Technician
GBMC HealthCare - Greater Baltimore Medical Center
12.2014 - 05.2019
GED -
Baltimore City Community College
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