Alycia Allison
Spring Valley,CA
Summary
Looking to advance my skills in any area best fit for me. Driven individual with passion for healthcare and 8 years as Endoscopy Technician. Highly organized with exceptional customer service skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Endoscopy Technician II
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
06.2015 - Current
- Standing side by side with physicians, to assist them with basic and complex endoscopy procedures.
- Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
- Advanced skillset through participation in specialized trainings on various types of endoscopic equipment, broadening capabilities as a technician.
- Handled inventory and preparation for upcoming procedures by ordering supplies and ensuring rooms were stocked and set-up for patients.
- Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
- Assisted in the collection of diagnostic specimens during endoscopic procedures, ensuring proper labeling and handling for accurate laboratory analysis.
- Assisted physicians and nursing staff with various tasks and responsibilities during procedures.
- Reduced risk of infection through meticulous cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance of endoscopes and accessories.
- Ensured timely completion of endoscopic procedures by effectively assisting physicians with scope insertions, biopsies, and polypectomies.
- Transferred scopes to appropriate area for cleaning and disinfecting.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement initiatives within the department, participating in regular staff meetings focused on enhancing performance standards.
- Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
- Assisted in collection of biopsy samples for further analysis, contributing to accurate diagnoses.
- Conducted sterilization of endoscopic instruments, reducing risk of infections.
Nursing Assistant
Sharp Healthcare
11.2011 - 06.2015
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature and blood pressure.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Patient Care Technician
ActiveCare of Point Loma
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Monitored residents and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living
Education
Associates of Science - Human Biology
National University
San Diego, California07.2023
No Degree - LVN
Kaplan College
San Diego, California02.2012
Skills
- Active listening
- Analytical thinking
- Effective written communication
- Empathy
- Conflict resolution
- Adhering to ethical standards
- Time management
- Ability to work alone or with a team
- Anticipating customer needs
- Attention to detail
- Measuring vital signs
- Biopsy Handling
- Infection control standards
- Educating patients
- Direct Patient Care
- Anatomy knowledge
- Transporting patients
- Aseptic Techniques
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Reliability
- Decision-Making
Certification
- CPR certified
Timeline
Endoscopy Technician II
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
06.2015 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Sharp Healthcare
11.2011 - 06.2015
Patient Care Technician
ActiveCare of Point Loma
01.2009 - 01.2010
Associates of Science - Human Biology
National University
No Degree - LVN
Kaplan College