Altanell Parker
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Certified Dialysis Technician experienced working with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) patients providing quality, compassionate care. Professional educator and trainer on dialysis equipment, procedures and safety guidelines.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Dialysis Technician
DaVita
08.2019 - Current
- Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Cleaned and disinfected hemodialysis machines, chairs, trays, room and equipment.
- Conducted equipment and safety checks on hemodialysis equipment and supplies.
- Recorded patient's pre-dialysis weight, vitals, and any new medical conditions.
- Provided in-patient care for four dialysis patients simultaneously focusing on providing clean, safe, and comfortable treatment environment.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Provided in-patient care for Four dialysis patients simultaneously focusing on providing clean, safe, and comfortable treatment environment
Registered Medical Assistant
Fort Norfolk Primary Care
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Measured patient spirometry.
Department Manager
Walmart
09.2013 - 06.2018
- Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
- Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
- Worked actively with management team to create daily and weekly sales plans based on weekly sales trends.
- Created and enforced department policies, procedures and standards to establish productivity and quality.
- Partnered with merchandising team to plan and execute floor moves, merchandise placement, and overall sales set-up.
- Kept employee workloads fair and balanced to achieve objectives while maintaining high job satisfaction.
- Motivated associates to consistently deliver effective selling behaviors through coaching and recognition.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
ECPI University
Virginia Beach, VA05.2018
Skills
- Equipment Maintenance
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Active Listening
- Regulatory Standards
- Surgical Instruments
- Infectious Diseases
- Costing Support
- Medical Charts and Records
- Rules and Regulations
- Order Management
- Sales Expertise
- Policy and Procedure Adherence
Certification
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- CBCS - Certified Billing and Coding Specialist
- CCT - Certified Cardiographic Technician
Timeline
Certified Dialysis Technician
DaVita
08.2019 - Current
Registered Medical Assistant
Fort Norfolk Primary Care
01.2018 - 07.2019
Department Manager
Walmart
09.2013 - 06.2018
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
ECPI University