Altovise Sandifer
Covington,LA
Summary
Dedicated Lead Endoscopy Tech with extensive experience in flexible endoscope use, high-level disinfection, and procedure assistance. Committed to maintaining patient safety and optimizing workflow in endoscopic procedures.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Endoscopy Tech
St. Tammany Health Sysyem
Covington, LA
07.2014 - Current
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols during patient preparation and recovery.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize workflow and improve patient care processes.
- Trained new staff on equipment usage, safety protocols, and procedural standards.
- Operated endoscopic equipment to assist in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Monitored inventory of endoscopy supplies, ensuring availability for procedures without delays.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate records of procedures performed and equipment used.
- Handled inventory and preparation for upcoming procedures by ordering supplies and ensuring rooms were stocked and set-up for patients.
Endoscopy Technician
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
Covington, LA
01.1998 - 07.2016
- Assisted in preparation and maintenance of endoscopic equipment for various procedures.
- Ensured compliance with safety and infection control protocols during endoscopy procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to facilitate efficient patient flow during procedures.
- Operated and troubleshot endoscopy systems, ensuring optimal functionality at all times.
Education
Associate of Arts - Concentration On Busisness
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ03.2028
High School Diploma -
Varnado High School
Varnado05.1995
Certified Endoscope Reprocessor - Scope Processing
Healthcare Sterile Processing Association
Baton Rouge, LA06.2023
Skills
- Flexible endoscope use
- Patient preparation
- Measuring vital signs
- Biopsy handling
- High-level disinfection
- Endoscopic procedures
- Preparing specimens
- Materials management
- Procedure assistance
- Equipment maintenance
- Certified in CPR
- Endoscope disinfection
- Scope troubleshooting
- Maintaining endoscopic equipment
Timeline
Lead Endoscopy Tech
St. Tammany Health Sysyem
07.2014 - Current
Endoscopy Technician
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
01.1998 - 07.2016
Associate of Arts - Concentration On Busisness
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Varnado High School
Certified Endoscope Reprocessor - Scope Processing
Healthcare Sterile Processing Association