Alvin Ocampo
Little Elm,TX
Summary
Productive GI lab technician with success in working side-by-side with physicians to execute a wide range of endoscopic procedures. Highly knowledgeable of human anatomy and quick to recognize abnormalities potentially affecting procedures. Sometimes referred by physicians as their "second opinion". Accomplished in immediately responding to emergencies and stabilizing patients in life-threatening situations. Diligent technician with years’ experience working in fast-paced clinical settings. Highly knowledgeable of various endoscopic procedures with success in anticipating patients’ and physicians’ needs when setting up for procedures. Prepared to bring talent, leadership, and expertise to growing team.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Endoscopy Technician
Garland Community Hospital
Garland, TX
09.1998 - 08.1999
- Prepared patients for procedures by measuring vital statistics and applying necessary monitoring equipment.
- Assist physician in performing endoscopic procedures like endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), bronchoscopies, gastroscopies, double balloon enteroscopy.
- Ambulated and assisted patients before and after procedures.
- Generate and complete daily sterilization, endo flush, and endoscopy scope logs.
Blood Collection
American Red Cross Blood Services
Dallas, TX
10.1997 - 08.1999
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Team Leader for blood collections at Texas A&M with approximately 50,000 donors.
- Utilized military experience to run a smooth operation
GI lab Technician
Baylor Scott and white FRISCO
Frisco, TX
02.2019 - Current
- Maintained sterile environments by adhering to infection control protocols during procedures.
- Contributed to quality assurance initiatives, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Assisted in the preparation and maintenance of endoscopic equipment for procedures.
- Transferred scopes to appropriate department for repairs and maintenance.
- Assisted medical staff by preparing patients for procedures.
- Ensured timely completion of endoscopic procedures by effectively assisting physicians with scope insertions, biopsies, and polypectomies.
- Enhanced team knowledge by participating in educational workshops, staying current with latest endoscopic techniques.
- Contributed to departmental audits to identify areas for improvement in patient care and safety.
- Assisted physicians in performing upper and lower gastrointestinal examinations, esophageal dilation and biliary stent placements.
- Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
- Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
- Contributed to quality assurance initiatives by regularly monitoring inventory levels and promptly reordering necessary supplies.
- Reduced risk of infection through meticulous cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance of endoscopes and accessories.
- Kept detailed track of inventory levels and placed orders for new supplies.
- Contributed to positive patient outcomes by assisting in detection and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases.
Endoscopy Technician
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Centennial
Frisco, TX
01.2011 - 02.2019
- Clean and sterilize endoscopes, forceps, snares and other tools and equipment following established infection control procedures.
- Generate and complete daily sterilization, endo flush, and endoscopy scope logs.
- Collect and prepare specimens for cytology, microbiology, and pathology.
- Assist physician in performing endoscopic procedures like endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), bronchoscopies, gastroscopies, and colonoscopies.
- Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
- Monitored unit budget to ensure financial objectives were met. Only department that maintained non stock supplies under $20,000.00, and minimal to none expired items.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.
- Monitored Infection Control and Critical Incidents, Risk Management and Quality Improvement plans.
- Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to ensure client satisfaction and compliance with set standards.
- Transported patients to and from different departments.
- Participated in facility surveys and inspections made by authorized governmental agencies.
- Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
- Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures.
- Assisted with full implementation of the ophthalmology program under the direction of the director of surgery.
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy Reserve
Ft Worth, TX
01.2000 - 09.2012
- Provided leadership, delegation and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
- Administered medical care for a range of conditions and basic health concerns including immunization, medications and blood draws.
- Coordinated and executed transport of sick and injured patients as needed.
- Deployed as a combat medic to operation enduring freedom and Iraqi freedom.
- Combat Trauma medicine instructor
- Line company corpsman with 1st platoon Fox co, 2nd BN 23rd Marines
- Line company corpsman with 1st platoon Kilo Co, 2nd BN 25th Marines
- Experience with life saving procedures but not limited to airway ,management, chest tube placement, IV's, traumatic amputation and internal blast injuries
Endoscopy Technician
Baylor Surgicare Of Plano
Plano, TX
09.2010 - 01.2011
- Generate and complete daily sterilization, endo flush, and endoscopy scope logs.
- Clean and sterilize endoscopes, forceps, snares and other tools and equipment following established infection control procedures.
- Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
- Collect and prepare specimens for cytology, microbiology, and pathology.
- Ambulated and assisted patients before and after procedures.
- Prepared patients for procedures by measuring vital statistics and applying necessary monitoring equipment.
- Assisted in endoscopy procedures
Endoscopy Technician
Baylor Scott & White Carrollton
Carrollton, TX
09.1999 - 08.2010
- Assist physician in performing endoscopic procedures like endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), bronchoscopies, gastroscopies, double balloon enteroscopy and endoscopic ultrasounds.
- Prepared patients for procedures by measuring vital statistics and applying necessary monitoring equipment.
- Ambulated and assisted patients before and after procedures.
- Clean and sterilize endoscopes, forceps, snares and other tools and equipment following established infection control procedures.
- Generate and complete daily sterilization, endo flush, and endoscopy scope logs.
- Collect and prepare specimens for cytology, microbiology, and pathology.
- Managed and maintained supplies for day to day operations for endoscopic procedures. Proficient in budget management that saved the company over $20,000 annually.
US Navy Corpsman
United States Navy
Newport, RI
06.1993 - 07.1997
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Processed monthly reports for department performance.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons’ preferences or instruction.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
- Strategically planned methods to achieve operational goals and targets.
- Trained new staff on quality control procedures.
- Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures.
- Identified process improvements in the day-to-day functioning of the department.
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients.
- Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Yukon High School
Yukon, OK1993
Skills
- BLS certified
- Inventory management
- Preparing specimens
- Measuring vital signs
- Educating patients
- Project Management
Accomplishments
- Earned “2006 special recognition by the Dallas-Ft. worth Hospital council.
- Purple Heart recipient 2005
- Multiple Military accolades
Certification
- Current BLS certification
- Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) 1996
- ATLS 1996
- Current IMPACT certified USA volleyball
Timeline
GI lab Technician
Baylor Scott and white FRISCO
02.2019 - Current
Endoscopy Technician
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Centennial
01.2011 - 02.2019
Endoscopy Technician
Baylor Surgicare Of Plano
09.2010 - 01.2011
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy Reserve
01.2000 - 09.2012
Endoscopy Technician
Baylor Scott & White Carrollton
09.1999 - 08.2010
Endoscopy Technician
Garland Community Hospital
09.1998 - 08.1999
Blood Collection
American Red Cross Blood Services
10.1997 - 08.1999
US Navy Corpsman
United States Navy
06.1993 - 07.1997
High School Diploma - undefined
Yukon High School