Certified Emergency Medical Technician with a medical background, adept at learning processes associated with assessing emergencies and delivering exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills. Eager to be part of a team of medical professionals who strive for excellence in patient care, critical thinking, and effective problem-solving.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Technician
SignatureCare Emergency Center
07.2023 - Current
Assisted in obtaining vital signs and cardiac monitoring.
Performed procedures such as splinting, wound irrigation and dressing, IV placement, obtaining blood, swabs, and various specimens for lab testing.
Performed lab testing on blood, urine, and swabs in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner.
Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy under pressure.
Provided exceptional service by maintaining a professional demeanor and exercising excellent interpersonal skills when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues.
Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
Ensured rapid patient assessment by accurately taking vital signs and gathering medical history.
Enabled more effective treatment plans by promptly relaying lab results to attending physicians.
Performed quality control procedures for incoming lab supplies and tests, ensuring proper documentation was accurate and well-organized.
Emergency Medical Technician
1st Response
08.2021 - 07.2023
Field Training Officer and Infection Control Officer
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
Operated ambulances to safely transport patients in emergency situations and for inter-facility transports
Treated, assessed, and evaluated patients in emergency situations based on their medical needs
Lead Cook
Brew Street
02.2017 - 10.2019
Monitored cooks and dishwasher performance and suggested improvements to streamline processes and increase team efficiency.
Streamlined kitchen operations by creating more accurate prep sheets, standardized recipe files and product-rotation systems.
Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers.
Delegated jobs within kitchen depending on restaurant traffic and employee skill.
Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients, and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency.
Radiologic Technologist
Medical Center Hospital
09.2013 - 12.2013
Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
Operated x-ray imaging equipment in the Emergency Department, operating room, diagnostic imaging rooms, and bedside with portable x-ray machines.
Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment, and restrictive devices.
Facilitated positive care experience for patients, established rapport, and applied interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
Adhered closely to quality control standards in development and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials, updating patient profiles with relevant information.
Office Assistant
Dr. Lou Ann Gray
04.2004 - 01.2012
Delivered clerical support by handling a range of routine and special requirements.
Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
Verified accuracy of business records by consistently updating customer information.
Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
Prepared packages for shipment, pickup, and courier services for prompt delivery to customers.
Kept office supplies well-organized and sufficiently stocked, placed orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
Answered telephone calls to field inquiries from patients, vendors, and various other callers seeking information.
Cleaned rooms after patients were seen, sterilized instruments, and readied clean rooms for patients.
Entered insurance information and payments.
Processed x-ray film.
Education
Emergency Medical Technician
Midland College
Midland, TX
08.2020
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Odessa College
Odessa, TX
05.2013
Skills
Record-keeping and Documentation
Team Collaboration
Quality Assessment
Quality Control and Oversight
Team Leadership
Standards Compliance
Instruction and Delegation
Staff Supervision and Coordination
Coaching and Mentoring
Time Management
Staff Training
Prioritization and Organization
Awards
SignatureCare Emergency Center Employee of the Year for 2023 and recipient of the Tulip Award for 2024