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ALEXA CHEATLE

ALEXA CHEATLE

Austin,TX

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience as a Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician and strong interpersonal skills developed through bartending. Proficient in patient care, medical equipment operation, and customer engagement, with a proven track record in influencing decisions and driving sales. Eager to transition into medical device sales to leverage clinical expertise and exceptional relationship-building abilities, aiming to contribute effectively to a dynamic sales team. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through innovative medical solutions and strong client partnerships.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician

Satellite Healthcare
10.2023 - Current
  • Deliver high-quality in-center hemodialysis as a Master Hemodialysis Technician and Trainer
  • Coordinate monthly lab draws and transplant labs for ~100 patients as 'Lab Champion'
  • Collaborate with biomedical technicians to maintain quality water, acid, and bicarbonate for dialysis treatments

Bartender

South Austin Beer Garden
10.2021 - Current
  • Regularly interacted with customers to understand their preferences and make tailored recommendations, effectively upselling higher-margin items such as premium cocktails, and specialty drinks.
  • Built strong rapports with first-time customers using effective communication skills and consistently focused on delivering excellent customer service to drive repeat business and increase sales and tips.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.

Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician

DaVita
11.2020 - 01.2024
  • Worked in a multidisciplinary team, including MDs, NPs, RNs, LVNs, dietitians, and social workers, to provide quality in-center hemodialysis
  • Mentored and trained new staff (PCTs, CCHTs, LVNs, RNs), ensuring high operational standards
  • Managed dialysis machine setup, programming, and takedown, adhering to biomedical policy and procedures
  • Collected pre- and post-treatment data: assessed vascular accesses and patients, including edema, vitals, weights, and review of systems
  • Determined appropriate dialysis plan for ultrafiltration
  • Cannulated patients, initiated, and terminated treatments
  • Monitored patients during treatments, administered intervention therapies as needed, and assisted in emergency situations if necessary
  • Supported Texas clinics in need by traveling for patient care coverage

Bartender and Cocktail Waitress

Pete's Dueling Piano Bar
11.2013 - 03.2020
  • Served high customer volumes during as this was a high-traffic bar for tourism and special occasions
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and repeat business.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Trained new bartenders and cocktail waitresses on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.

Medical Scribe at Seton Emergency Department

ProScribe
06.2017 - 08.2018
  • Assisted physicians by documenting real-time patient information, improving clinical efficiency and accuracy
  • Managed and updated 20+ patient health records simultaneously in a fast-paced emergency setting
  • Utilized Cerner EHR Software to document patient's history of present illness with associated symptoms, pertinent social and medical history, physical examinations, radiology/lab results, and diagnoses with a treatment plan for the patient

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Biology

University of Texas at Austin
Austin, TX
01.2020

Skills

  • Advanced Cannulator
  • Chronic Kidney Disease Management
  • Patient Education and Advocacy
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • OSHA and Infection Control Standards
  • Mix Master for Acid and Bicarbonate
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Medical Terminology Proficiency
  • Medical Spanish Proficient
  • Culturally Competent Patient Care
  • Emergency Department Experience
  • EMR/EHR Proficiency
  • Patient monitoring
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Dialysis equipment operation

SHADOW EXPERIENCE

  • ROBERT DOCKIE III, MPAS, PA-C Full Spectrum Emergency Room and Urgent Care 04/2022 - 05/2022: 60hrs
  • Observed patient interactions, physical examinations, and treatments in an urgent care setting
  • Gained insights into diagnostic procedures, including physical exams, lab draws, radiology tests, and patient referrals
  • Witnessed wound care, laceration repair, incision and drainage, shoulder dislocation, fracture management, splinting, nerve blocks, and nail avulsions
  • OSCAR J. MARTINEZ, MD, FACEP Full Spectrum Emergency Room and Urgent Care 04/2022: 120hrs
  • Shadowed Dr. Martinez with patient interactions, physical examinations, and treatments in a small-scale emergency facility
  • Observed diagnostic methods, including physical examinations, lab testing, and radiology
  • Discussed differential diagnoses and treatment options
  • DAISY PEREZ, MPAS, PA-C SynergenX Testosterone & Weight Loss 08/2018: 90hrs
  • Shadowed Ms. Perez while managing patients with low testosterone and female hormone replacement therapy
  • Assessed body mass index (BMI) and body composition analysis (BCA) and discussed weight management options for patients
  • Applied a comprehensive, holistic approach to overall health and wellness, looking at diet, exercise, sleep quality, bloodwork, and hormone levels in order to deliver effective, individualized treatment plans

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

  • UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT Sahara Lab at the University of Texas at Austin Genes and New Experiences Study: 08/2012 - 05/2014
  • Collaborated with a small research team conducting a longitudinal study on genetics and its role in alcohol use and risky behavior
  • Recruited and ran over 400 participants through a placebo-controlled alcohol challenge
  • Measured participants' blood alcohol concentrations (BACs) and monitored heart rates
  • Assessed degree of gravity using balance challenges and conducted cognitive tasks to evaluate decision-making, risky behavior, reaction times, and reasoning under impairment
  • Recorded and analyzed quantitative data via RedCap software program

Certification

  • CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
  • BLS (Basic Life Support - CPR and AED) Certified

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician

Satellite Healthcare
10.2023 - Current

Bartender

South Austin Beer Garden
10.2021 - Current

Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician

DaVita
11.2020 - 01.2024

Medical Scribe at Seton Emergency Department

ProScribe
06.2017 - 08.2018

Bartender and Cocktail Waitress

Pete's Dueling Piano Bar
11.2013 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Human Biology

University of Texas at Austin

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