Alex M. Vega
BRONX,NY
Summary
Personable recent graduate of Davita's PCT training program with extensive hands-on training in venipuncture, vital signs monitoring and basic patient care. Currently pursuing certification in hemodialysis.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
DaVita
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and maintaining a clean, safe dialysis environment.
- Assisted nurses in monitoring patients during dialysis treatments, ensuring timely intervention for any complications.
- Increased clinic efficiency by maintaining up-to-date patient records and consistently updating treatment plans as needed.
- Ensured optimal equipment functionality through regular inspections, cleaning, and routine maintenance.
- Educated patients on proper self-care techniques to manage kidney disease symptoms more effectively at home.
- Eased patient anxiety during treatment by providing personalized attention, answering questions, and offering emotional support as needed.
Emergency Medical Technician
Empress Ambulance Service
09.2019 - Current
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Maintain HIPAA at all times
- Document patient history, medications, and complaints to ensure efficient transfer of care.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Group Leader
Mosholu Montefiore Community Center
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Responsible for leading various groups of 10-20 children in grades K-5 and organizing activities according to grade level
- Responsible for maintaining safe environment for students to learn and express themselves
- Assist children K-5 with school work of varying subjects as needed
- Communicate with parents in regard to their child’s academic needs and progress
DishWasher
Ferrara Bakery
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of work areas
- Maintain organization of baking stations and restock utensils upon cleaning them
- Assist in production and storage of ice cream and baked products while following food handling guidelines
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
- Inspected dishwashing equipment and reported issues to supervisor.
- Disinfected counters and wiped down food prep surfaces to prevent illness and cross-contamination from raw meats.
Education
No Degree - Biology
Borough of Manhattan Community College
ManhattanHigh School Diploma -
High School For Environmental Studies
Manhattan08.2015
Skills
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Emergency Patient Triage
- Indirect Patient Care
- First Aid
- Able to work in team environment
- Willing to learn
- Equipment Setup - Fresenius Dialysis Machine
Accomplishments
Recipient of WREMSCO's 2022 Life Saving Award
Certification
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Associate
- CET - EKG Technician
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- American Heart Association - CPR Certified
Timeline
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
DaVita
08.2023 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Empress Ambulance Service
09.2019 - Current
Group Leader
Mosholu Montefiore Community Center
07.2017 - 08.2018
DishWasher
Ferrara Bakery
08.2016 - 06.2017
No Degree - Biology
Borough of Manhattan Community College
High School Diploma -
High School For Environmental Studies