Angela McConnell
Mooresville,NC
Summary
Adept at enhancing patient care and improving procedural efficiency, my tenure at Langtree EndoscopyLake Norman Endo showcases advanced expertise in flexible endoscope use and exceptional team collaboration. Through specialized training and a commitment to quality assurance, I significantly contributed to optimizing operational workflows and maintaining high infection control standards.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Endoscopy Technician
Langtree EndoscopyLake Norman Endo
09.1999 - Current
- Advanced skillset through participation in specialized trainings on various types of endoscopic equipment, broadening capabilities as a technician.
- Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians and nurses to develop individualized patient care plans focused on maximizing comfort and minimizing anxiety levels.
- Improved patient comfort during endoscopic procedures by providing attentive care and maintaining a calming environment.
- Handled inventory and preparation for upcoming procedures by ordering supplies and ensuring rooms were stocked and set-up for patients.
- Assisted in the collection of diagnostic specimens during endoscopic procedures, ensuring proper labeling and handling for accurate laboratory analysis.
- Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
- Assisted physicians and nursing staff with various tasks and responsibilities during procedures.
- Transferred scopes to appropriate department for repairs and maintenance.
- 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.
- Prepared patients for procedures to assist doctors, nurses and support staff.
- Supported physicians and nursing staff during procedures.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement initiatives within the department, participating in regular staff meetings focused on enhancing performance standards.
- Assisted medical staff by preparing patients for procedures.
- Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
- Streamlined workflow within the endoscopy unit by effectively coordinating room schedules and ensuring prompt turnaround times between procedures.
- Verified proper stocking and readiness of day surgery and operating rooms by ordering equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Prepared patients for procedures by measuring vital statistics and applying necessary monitoring equipment.
- Assisted with transportation of scopes for repairs and maintenance.
- Handled setup and maintenance of patient charts, recording all information while maintaining confidentiality.
- Ambulated and assisted patients before and after procedures.
- Kept detailed track of inventory levels and placed orders for new supplies.
- Adhered to safety procedures during cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
- Setup patient charts and documented information while ensuring confidentiality.
- Closely followed surgical schedules to sanitize and asses recovery rooms.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices through ongoing professional development opportunities and training seminars.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory guidelines governing endoscopy practice by consistently following strict protocols for sterilization, equipment maintenance, and patient safety measures.
- Ordered supplies efficiently to maintain optimal stock levels for projected operational demands.
- Checked inventory levels and placed supply orders.
- Setup and tore down patient roots to clean up past procedures and prepare for upcoming appointments.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering to strict HIPAA guidelines when handling sensitive medical information.
Education
CNA - CNA
04.1999
Skills
- Flexible Endoscope Use
- Patient preparation
- Measuring vital signs
- Biopsy Handling
- Patient Care
- High-Level Disinfection
- Direct Patient Care
- Preparing specimens
- Educating patients
- Infection control standards
- HIPAA
- Patient Positioning
- Specimen Collection
- Anatomy knowledge
- Transporting patients
- Patient records administration
- Materials Management
- File and records maintenance
- Quality Assurance
- Specimen Preparation
- Procedure Assistance
- Equipment Maintenance
- Records Management
- Physiology Understanding
- Scope Troubleshooting
- Endoscope Reprocessing
- Instrument care
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Safety checking
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Team building
- Self Motivation
- Goal Setting
- Professionalism
- Patient transportation
Timeline
Endoscopy Technician - Langtree EndoscopyLake Norman Endo
09.1999 - Current
Mitchell Community College - CNA, CNA