Alan Oscher
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Accomplished Flight Attendant offering over 17 years in domestic and international commercial airline industry. Highly skilled in responding to emergency situations and remaining cool under pressure. Dedicated to exceptional customer service. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Anesthesia Technician
Eskenazi Hospital
10.2011 - Current
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Performed blood gas analysis, using blood gas analyzing and centrifuge equipment to monitor and determine carbon dioxide, sodium, pH and oxygen saturation in patients.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
- Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
- Accessed and reviewed safety data sheets (SDS) of hazardous materials and latex allergy items used in anesthetizing location.
- Operated invasive hemodynamic monitoring equipment, intubation bronchoscopes and ultrasonic scanning devices under direction of licensed anesthesia provider.
- Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
- Assisted anesthesia personnel with insertion and setup of temporary pacemakers, catheters, invasive monitoring lines and central lines for hemodynamic monitoring.
- Scheduled repairs for malfunctioning equipment and kept accurate records of all medical components and machines for optimal efficiency.
- Handled emergency situations by stepping in to perform CPR on patients until anesthesiologist arrived.
- Provided high level of support and assistance to physicians and nursing staff in Eskenazi Health Hospital Perioperative Department.
Anesthesia Technician
St Vincent Hospital
10.2008 - 10.2011
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Performed blood gas analysis, using blood gas analyzing and centrifuge equipment to monitor and determine carbon dioxide, sodium, pH and oxygen saturation in patients.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
- Assisted anesthesia personnel with insertion and setup of temporary pacemakers, catheters, invasive monitoring lines and central lines for hemodynamic monitoring.
- Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
- Accessed and reviewed safety data sheets (SDS) of hazardous materials and latex allergy items used in anesthetizing location.
Marketing Specialist
Costco
03.2004 - 10.2008
- Monitored trends in social media, industry and competitive landscape to create new material.
- Identified appropriate marketing channels and target customers for campaigns.
- Planned marketing initiatives and leveraged referral networks to promote business development.
- Maximized advertising efforts by developing content for media relations, corporate communications and social media posts.
- Collaborated with external creative agencies to produce and distribute marketing materials.
- Analyzed data from previous and current marketing campaigns to improve future results.
- Developed advertisements with impactful messages to stimulate engagement and reach target audiences.
- Developed technical and non-technical marketing presentations, public relations campaigns, articles and newsletters.
Flight Attendant
ATA Airlines
11.1989 - 05.2008
- Ensured aircraft and passenger compliance with policies, procedures, regulations and safety guidance.
- Resolved passenger situations during flight involving disorderly passengers and medical emergencies.
- Answered passengers' questions and provided solutions to issues arising during flights.
- Ensure safety and comfort of customers onboard aircraft.
- Facilitated communication between flight deck and cabin crew prior to and during flights to promote smooth operations.
- Greeted passengers, assisted with carry-on baggage stowage, and delivered onboard announcements.
- Served beverages and food items from refreshment cart and provided information about in-flight offerings to passengers.
- Demonstrated proper use of safety equipment and seatbelts to inform and educate passengers prior to takeoff.
- Attended workshops and trainings in customer service, conflict resolution tactics and safety procedures to keep abreast of all new requirements and procedures.
- Clearly explained and demonstrated safety and emergency procedures to passengers prior to takeoff.
- Facilitated boarding process by greeting passengers upon arrival to aircraft and providing direction to seats.
- Drove passenger satisfaction by answering questions and providing solutions to issues arising during flights promptly.
- Relayed updates and information to passengers after confirming key details with pilot and Crew.
- Offered personalized assistance to children, elderly and passengers with special needs.
- Controlled entertainment for passengers through onboard video and audio systems.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Adult And Continuing Education
I took a math and writing class 2013 for continued education. Received a B in math and an A in Writing.
- Continuing education in [Subject]
Associate of Technology - STERILE PROCESSING
04.2009
I am BLS certified for 16 years.
E-Learning classes for fire prevention, LBGT and numerous other subjects.
Technical - Respiratory Therapy Technician
06.1980
Skills
- Operational Standards
- Patient Medical Histories
- Cleaning Products
- Scheduled Maintenance
Timeline
Anesthesia Technician - Eskenazi Hospital
10.2011 - Current
Anesthesia Technician - St Vincent Hospital
10.2008 - 10.2011
Marketing Specialist - Costco
03.2004 - 10.2008
Flight Attendant - ATA Airlines
11.1989 - 05.2008
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana - Some College (No Degree), Adult And Continuing Education
IAHCSMM/ HSPA - Associate of Technology, STERILE PROCESSING
California College Of HEALTH - Technical, Respiratory Therapy Technician
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