Amanda Guerra
Pasadena ,CA
Summary
Dedicated healthcare provider transitioning to a career as a SoCalGas technician,bringing a strong foundation in patient care, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills. Eager to leverage transferable skills such as critical thinking, communication, and a commitment to safety to deliver reliable service and support the infrastructure vital to community well being.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiology Technician
Huntington Memorial Hospital
06.2004 - Current
- Improved patient care by accurately performing and analyzing cardiac diagnostic tests.
- Enhanced cardiology department efficiency by streamlining processes for scheduling and conducting EKGs.
- Supported physicians in making accurate diagnoses by providing detailed reports on patients'' cardiovascular health.
- Assisted with stress testing procedures, ensuring patient safety and proper data collection for analysis.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements through regular training and participation in relevant workshops.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with fellow technicians, nurses, and physicians.
- Ensured high-quality patient care by maintaining equipment and promptly addressing any malfunctions or issues.
- Facilitated timely diagnosis of cardiovascular conditions by efficiently processing test results and communicating findings to medical staff.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate care throughout all interactions.
- Streamlined reporting process for sharing cardiac diagnostic results with referring physicians, improving communication efficiency within the healthcare team.
- Provided thorough patient education on cardiac diagnostic procedures, reducing anxiety levels and increasing understanding of their condition.
- Demonstrated adaptability by assisting with various clinical duties as needed, including patient intake, vital signs measurement, and room preparation.
- Reduced wait times for appointments by optimizing scheduling practices based on individual technician availability and expertise.
- Mitigated risk of adverse events during stress testing procedures through diligent monitoring of patients'' physical responses to exercise protocols.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights by adhering to strict confidentiality policies when handling sensitive health information.
- Advanced professional development goals through active participation in continuing education opportunities offered within the cardiology field.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance benchmarks for cardiac diagnostic test accuracy and turnaround time.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the cardiology department by regularly soliciting feedback from colleagues and implementing best practices in daily operations.
- Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
Education
High School -
Pasadena High School
Pasadena, CA06.2004
Skills
- Stress testing
- Cardiac monitoring
- Diagnostic Procedure
- Electrocardiogram Interpretation
- Infection control protocols
- Medical Equipment Operation
- EKG Technician
- Professionalism
- Documentation
- Reliability
- Active Listening
- Self Motivation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Decision-Making
- Multitasking
- Goal Setting
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Time management abilities
- ECG Technician (NCET)
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Interpersonal Communication
- Vitals monitoring
- Team Collaboration
- Heartsaver First Aid
- Analytical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Written Communication
- Task Prioritization
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Team building
Timeline
Cardiology Technician
Huntington Memorial Hospital
06.2004 - Current
High School -
Pasadena High School